Wood Spurge, Mrs Robb's Bonnet, Robb's Spurge, Euphorbia robbiae,
Useful as a groundcover for its speedy growth, clean attractive rich green foliage at about 12”, and tolerance for dry shade, or sunny conditions. Its greenish-yellow flower bracts are borne on stems in May and June above the dark green rosettes of leaves. It is quite disease and insect free, deer proof, and reliably tough. Plant 18” apart.
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Hardiness Zone | 6-9 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Mid Spring, Late Spring |
| Height | 12" - 18" (in), 18" - 24" (in) |
| Spread | 2' - 4' (ft) |
| Spacing | 24 in - 30 in |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Salt |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Pollinators |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Cut Flowers, Ground Covers |
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Euphorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae (Wood Spurge)
Wood Spurge, Mrs Robb's Bonnet, Robb's Spurge, Euphorbia robbiae,
Useful as a groundcover for its speedy growth, clean attractive rich green foliage at about 12”, and tolerance for dry shade, or sunny conditions. Its greenish-yellow flower bracts are borne on stems in May and June above the dark green rosettes of leaves. It is quite disease and insect free, deer proof, and reliably tough. Plant 18” apart. |
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