Plant Type:
Shrub
Euphorbia mellifera is a very attractive dome-shaped evergreen shrub.
Cold Hardiness:
Half hardy
This exotic shrub is very tough, but will typically show signs of winter stress at temperatures below -5ºC.
Eventual Height:
2.5m
Euphorbia mellifera can grow to reach a height of 2.5m when grown in optimal conditions. It does cope with hard pruning very well, though take care with the milky sap.
Light requirements:
Full sun – Partial Shade
Water Requirements:
Average
Caring for this plant:
Spring & Summer: Provide semi-shaded spot and give plenty of room to grow. Use a rich and moist potting mix. Water well in summer.
Autumn & Winter: Cut back frost damaged stems and mulch the root zone in autumn.
