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Euphorbia amygdaloides 'Purpurea'
Wood Spurge 

Euphorbia amygdaloides 'Purpurea'
Common name

Wood Spurge

Group

Perennials

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Description

Wood Spurge. A bushy evergreen perennial with dark reddish purple leaves and flowers with yellow bracts. Max Height 60cm to 80cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers April to June. Partial shade. Hardy. CAUTION skin and eye irritant/toxic if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.

Characteristics

Growth habit
Bushy
Fragrance
No
Hardiness
Hardy
Toxicity
CAUTION skin and eye irritant/toxic if eaten

Size

Growth speed
Fast
Ultimate height
60cm; 80cm
Ultimate spread
30cm

Colour

Flowers
Yellow in April; June
Foliage
Red; Purple - Evergreen
Fruit
Red in September
 

Growing your plants

Aspect
Partial shade Sheltered site
Soil
Fertile
Moisture
Moist
Propagation
Division
Usage
Border
Planting
Water thoroughly before planting

Caring for your plants

Pruning
After flowering; Early spring Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth
Maintenance
Keep free from weeds; Divide every 3 years; Feed; Cut back in winter
Care
Keep moist in first year
Pests & diseases
Slugs and snails; Powdery mildew

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Regular 2 litre --- --- £4.87 £ 168