- Cushion spurge ‘ascot rainbow’
Botanical name: euphorbia epithymoides
Beginner friendly?: no
Average size at maturity: 1.5 ft in height and width
Bloom time: spring, summer
Hardy zone: zones 3-9
Flower color: yellow
Foliage color: green
Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in first growing season
Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed
Propagation methods: cuttings
Landscape use: succulent gardens, container plant
Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day
Special features: drought tolerant
Watering instructions: allow the first 2-3 inches of soil dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : use an all purpose plant food once a month between march and october
Best time to plant: summer
Best type of soil: loam or sand
Companion plants: ice plant, ajuga, heuchera
Toxicity level: EXTREMELY toxic for humans and pets
Invasive species: no
