Euphorbia Mellifera
Euphorbia Mellifera, Honey Spurge. A rounded evergreen shrub with stout stems of narrow, dark green leaves, honey-scented flowers with yellow-brown bracts, followed by warty, pea-like fruit. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 2.5m. Excellent border choice. Flowers April to June. Fruits August to September. CAUTION skin and eye irritant / toxic if eaten.
Plant in light well drained soil in a sheltered site. Full sun, Frost hardy.
General Herbaceous & Perennial Planting and care
- Water the pot thoroughly and allow to drain fully.
- Dig a hole twice the size of the pot being planted and fork over the base. Adding some planting compost.
- Remove the pot gently, if well rooted cut off the pot.
- Ensure that the top of the Root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
- Replace the remaining soil and heel in, water the area thoroughly.
- Water regular until established.
- Apply some general fertiliser every spring.
