Euphorbia Neriifolia

Overwatering is the most common cause of malaise in baseball plant. Baseball plant was first documented in 1897, but by 1915was considered endangered due to its popularity, which led collectors to pirate the natural population.

Perhaps in 10 years we will do some follow up articles on a similar topic and have a lot more data then There are a vast number of Euphorbias available on the internet, through specialty nurseries and even periodically at outlet nursery and garden centers...

The seeds were used by French peasants as a purgative, similar to castor oil. You've probably seen the mole plant euphorbia blooming in pastures or meadows, sometimes in a yellow mass.

Boasts a number of fascinating and beautiful plants, and the Medusa's Head euphorbia is one of the most unique. However, afternoon shade is beneficial in hotter climates, as extreme heat may stress the plant.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1");...

Growing Euphorbias is easy and some are hardy in temperate climates. Spp.) also go by the easier to say, but less elegant, name of Spurge. They even thrive in very poor soils and can tolerate periods of drought.Euphorbia plant care is simple.

Suspend feeding in fall and winter. Do not allow the roots to stand in water. Try it in your home or landscape for matchless appeal and evocative design. The tiny leaves fall off as the spines are produced and are only present on new growth.Overall the...

What most call flowers on Euphorbia species are a bit more complex than that. And though the Euphorbia's actual flowers are somewhat dinky and similar, the cyathia which they are part of can be quite diverse, amazing and ornamental structures.

Compact, dome-shaped form works well for containers or planted in the border. I was anxious to create a border that would give an immediate impression of a mature, well-established planting.

I often overwinter a few pots in the greenhouse. During the Christmas season, commercial growers often combine it in containers with poinsettias, making the poinsettias seem to be nestled in a bed of white frost.Gardeners who must be concerned about deer...

Pure white bracts contrast well with green foliage. Seed sown in the greenhouse should be grown at 60°F (16°C).Transplant: Sow 4-6 weeks before last frost, directly into cell packs or larger containers.

Euphorbias come in all shapes and sizes and one of the most commonly grown but unusual Euphorbias are the stick Euphorbias. This is a difficult group of plants to make a lot of generalities about, as they vary quite a bit in their ease of growth, cold...

I usually keep them until their cup-like flowers bloom and the bracts start to fade. I should keep them outside during summer, but the strong winds we have here can produce damage to the leaves.

This article addresses some members of the Euphorbiaceae family that are not of the genus Euphorbia. We can never learn all we want to know about the amazing world of plants.Thanks to these contributors for use of their images:

Like hidden spines, sharp edges or falling seed pods?How many species of palms are there with stiff, needle-like spines that I have been stabbed with hundreds of times, just lucky my eyes have not been selected targets (yet).What of the extremely irritating...

When collecting such succulents.However, rarely do any succulent sources have much, if any, information about how to grow these Euphorbias.I realize there are literally hundreds of species of small Euphorbia and there just is no way to know a lot about...

We northern gardeners long for flowers in winter. But there aren't, we discover, many plants which will bloom happily indoors when sunlight, humidity, and vitality are all running low.

The Welsh called the plant the devil's milk and dared not look at it. In some cultures it is used deliberately as a ground cover in cemeteries, as it was in the cemetery of my childhood.

Reduce watering during the cool winter months. Easy-to-grow in porous cactus soil. Blooms intermittently usually in spring or fall. Suzanna's Euphorbia (Euphorbia suzannae) Native to South Africa, this attractive clump-forming succulent is grown for its...

Red Foliage All Year Euphorbia Bonfire, Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire' PPAF, is a hot new perennial succulent groundcover with striking mahogany red foliage. Late-summer cutback can be beneficial if plants start to "birdnest." Use gloves since sap may...

In spring, Bonfire's emerging foliage is brilliant yellow, orange and lime; summer and fall colors are crimson and burgundy. Get ready for a dramatic three-season performance in your landscape.

Originating in South Africa, it develops a fat caudex that looks similar to a pine cone but it's topped with long green leaves. Pine Cone Euphorbia (Euphorbia bupleurifolia) Pine Cone Euphorbia is an unusual and fun plant to grow.

Graminea varieties challenge those obstacles as the first seed produced products in this species that you can sow, grow and finish from start to finish. The fine airy habit and tiny white flowers mix so well with other annuals or simply on their own where...

'Bonfire' PP18585 is one of the most colorful spurges ever invented! The top growth is a fantastic combination of deep purple, red, and orange leaves with a touch of chartreuse, while the undergrowth is green.

Low maintenance, heat and drought tolerant, rebounds quickly from adverse weather - perfect for the landscape. Glamour Euphorbia has a slightly more vigorous mounded plant habit. The fine airy habit and tiny white flowers mix so well with other annuals...

If sited correctly, the leaves will turn red in the fall. A good selection for northern gardens and it is extremely drought tolerant. In late spring, the pale green leaves are topped with chrome-yellow bracts that shine brightly in the garden.

One of the most outstanding perennials in our trials! The unique variegated foliage of 'Ascot Rainbow' PP21401 is phenomenal and looked fantastic in our garden from spring through fall.

When to Cut: As desired (mainly for foliage interest). It will do just fine in regular soil, supplied with regular moisture. Grows With: Coreopsis, Nigella, Penstemon, Primula, Sedum, Yarrow Water Use: Medium Watering Details: Keep moist but not soggy--about...