Cushion Spurge

Bright golden bracts in spring, tidy mounded habit, drought-tolerant

Botanical Name- Euphorbia polychroma

Pronunciation- yoo-FOR-bee-uh pah-lee-KROH-muh

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average to dry, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Chartreuse yellow

Bloom Time- April - June

Companion Plants- Nepeta 'Walker's Low' (drought tolerant, bright color combo)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, some butterflies, pollinating wasps (caution: sap can be irritating)

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP48B

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune after flowering to maintain shape; prefer dry to moderate watering and good drainage.

Trimming Instructions- Prune spent flower stems in late spring. Wear gloves to avoid skin irritation.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) once in spring; low to moderate feeding need. Avoid waterlogged clay by ensuring good drainage.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone

Possible Issues- Aphids, root rot