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Euphorbia

Genus: Euphorbia.

Species: Euphorbia cyparissias.

Under the bottlebrush.

Think it's Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby'.

'Fens Ruby' is a fast-spreading rhizomatous perennial with feathery, linear purple leaves and greenish-yellow flowers from late spring.

Hardy. Herbaceous perennial.

Full sun.

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun. Can spread quickly.

Ultimate height: 0.1-0.5 metres

Ultimate spread: 1-1.5 metres

All parts toxic by ingestion; sap irritant.

Pruning: In early spring, cut back to base.

Propagation is by division in early spring

Photos of this plant

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