Mediterranean Euphorbia

Mediterranean Spurge (Euphorbia characias subsp. wulfenii) is an architectural masterpiece, prized for its bold structure and luminous color. This evergreen sub-shrub forms a large, rounded mound of upright, biennial stems clothed in spiraling, narrow blue-gray foliage. In late winter through spring, the plant reaches its peak performance, producing massive, terminal clusters of neon-chartreuse or lime-green bracts that can glow from across the garden.

This award-winning variety is a professional-grade choice for bringing a high-end, Mediterranean aesthetic to sunny landscapes. Its stiff, structural presence makes it an ideal focal point for gravel gardens, dry borders, or large architectural containers. Because it is exceptionally drought-tolerant and naturally resistant to deer, rabbits, and gophers, it is a "bulletproof" solution for challenging garden spots. You will receive a healthy 4" plant, ready to provide year-round texture and a dramatic explosion of spring color.

Why you’ll love it:

• Bold Architectural Form: Upright stems and spiraling blue-gray leaves provide a strong structural element in any season.
• Radiant Chartreuse Blooms: Massive, long-lasting lime-green flower heads offer a vibrant neon contrast to other spring colors.
• Extreme Drought Tolerance: Once established, it thrives in dry, sunny conditions with minimal supplemental water.
• Pollinator Magnet: The nectar-rich bracts are a favorite early-season food source for bees and beneficial insects.
• Pest Resistant: Naturally unappealing to deer and gophers, ensuring your landscape remains lush and untouched.

This 4" healthy live plant thrives in full sun and requires sharply-drained soil; it is particularly resilient in poor or rocky earth. To keep the plant looking its professional best, simply prune the flowered stems back to the base once the blooms have faded in late summer—this encourages fresh, vigorous new growth from the crown. Note: Like all Euphorbias, this plant contains a milky sap that can be a skin irritant; it is recommended to wear gloves when pruning. Mediterranean Spurge is the ultimate choice for the gardener seeking high-impact, structural beauty in a convenient 4" size.