Perennials – 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