Succulents – Myrtle Spurge

Botanical name: euphorbia myrsinites

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 16 inches in height and 1.5 ft in width

Bloom time: spring, summer, late winter

Hardy zone: zones 5-9

Flower color: green, yellow

Foliage color: green, blue, gray

Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in first growing season

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed

Propagation methods: cuttings

Landscape use: succulent garden, container plant

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day

Special features: drought tolerant

Watering instructions: allow soil to dry out entirely between watering sessions

Fertilizing instructions : use a cactus and succulent plant food once a year in the spring

Best time to plant: spring or fall

Best type of soil: loam or sand

Companion plants: sedum

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested

Invasive species: no