
Wood Spurge
Euphorbia Amygdaloides var. Robbiae
Wood Spurge is an adaptable, evergreen perennial offering unique texture and early spring color to your garden.
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About this plant
Euphorbia Amygdaloides var. Robbiae, commonly known as Wood Spurge, is a robust and resilient perennial celebrated for its distinctive lime-green bracts, which emerge in early spring and provide a stunning pop of color. Its deep green, leathery foliage forms attractive mounds that maintain their appeal throughout the year, making it an excellent choice for consistent garden interest. This variety is particularly valued for its ability to thrive in challenging conditions, including dry shade, where many other plants struggle. Its architectural form and vibrant seasonal display make it a valuable addition to woodland gardens, borders, or as an underplanting beneath trees and shrubs. Beyond its beauty, Wood Spurge is a low-maintenance plant that offers excellent groundcover capabilities, suppressing weeds and adding a lush, textural element to your landscape design.
Care & maintenance
Requires minimal care once established. Cut back spent flowering stems to encourage new growth and maintain a tidy appearance. Handle with care as the white sap can be a skin irritant.
Quick facts
- Type
- perennial
- Mature height
- 1-2 feet
- Mature width
- 1-2 feet
- Sun
- Partial Sun to Full Shade
- Water
- Low to Medium
- Growth rate
- Medium