Euphorbia amygdaloides 'Purpurea'
| Feature | Description |
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| Plant Name | Euphorbia amygdaloides 'Purpurea' |
| Common Name | Wood Spurge 'Purpurea' |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Height | 18 to 24 inches (45 to 60 cm) |
| Spread | 18 to 24 inches (45 to 60 cm) |
| Foliage | Lance-shaped, deep purple-bronze leaves |
| Flower Colour | Chartreuse-green bracts in late spring to early summer |
| Bloom Time | Late spring to early summer |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to partial shade |
| Soil | Well-draining, average soil |
| Watering | Moderate, drought-tolerant once established |
| Maintenance | Low to moderate |
| Uses | Borders, rock gardens, woodland gardens |
| Notable Feature | Deer resistant, evergreen foliage, unusual bract-like flowers |
Planting Aspects
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Site Selection: Plant in full sun to partial shade.
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Soil Preparation: Well-draining, average soil is suitable.
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Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
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Spacing: Space plants about 18 to 24 inches apart.
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Watering: Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry between waterings. Euphorbia is drought-tolerant once established.
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Mulching: Mulching can help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
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Maintenance: Cut back the flowering stems after blooming to maintain a tidy appearance. Avoid contact with the milky sap, as it can be irritating to the skin.
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Fertilizing: Euphorbia amygdaloides 'Purpurea' generally doesn't require heavy fertilization. A balanced fertilizer in spring may be beneficial.
Euphorbia amygdaloides 'Purpurea,' commonly known as Wood Spurge, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its lance-shaped, deep purple-bronze leaves. In late spring to early summer, it produces unusual chartreuse-green bracts that add interest to the garden. This cultivar is deer-resistant, evergreen, and suitable for borders, rock gardens, or woodland gardens.