This spreading evergreen perennial has rosettes of dark green glossy leaves from which large sprays of yellow green flowers emerge on strong stems from late spring.
Common name Wood Spurge, Mrs Robb's Bonnet
Height 50cm X 150cm
Situation Full sun - partial shade - shade. This plant will grow on a sheltered or exposed site
Soil Moist well drained normal, clay or sandy soil that's acidic, neutral or alkaline
Flowers April - May
Hardiness Hardy perennial
Plant care Cut back hard in summer wearing gloves as the milky sap may irritate.
The Euphorbia is a low maintenance spring flowering plant that is very easy to grow and looks delightful in mixed borders with it's spreading habit makes a good ground cover plant in cottage garden schemes it will also grow at the coast and has a long season of interest. An ideal perennial for a shady border and also attracts valuable wildlife into the garden.