sweet spurge
Euphorbia dulcis
USDA zones5 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall12 to 18 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Yellow tinged with purple
- Fall color
- Yes
Notes
Sweet spurge (Euphorbia dulcis) is a perennial for borders, rock gardens, and groundcover use. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average soil. Yellow flowers tinged with purple appear in late spring and early summer. The leaves turn a fall color before winter, so the plant adds interest late in the season.
Pairs well with Blue fescue, Ice plant, and Goldenrod.
Native range
Europe.