Euphorbia corollata

flowering spurge

Flowering spurge emerges in mid- to late-summer, tolerating mesic to dry conditions in full sun and partial shade. Drought-tolerant and disease-free in well-drained soils, it also tolerates a bit of clay, making it a nice option for people with clayey and compacted grounds.

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Height: 18-30 in
Spread: 12-24 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Dry
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Fall Foliage
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
• Host Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
• Drought Tolerant
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Salt Tolerant
• Urban Environment
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Rain Garden
• Massing
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red to Purple Fall Foliage


North American Distribution


flowering spurge - Euphorbia corollata from Native Plant Trust
flowering spurge - Euphorbia corollata from Native Plant Trust
flowering spurge - Euphorbia corollata from Native Plant Trust