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Euphorbia milii

Crown Of Thorns

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme/ Sanchez

 

Description

This woody shrub will grow 1'-4' tall and has brown gray stems with bright green leaves and bright red flowers on top. It is covered with long sharp thorns. It will do well in partial shade to full sun and dry soil.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Constant

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.