Martin's Spurge Euphorbia Martinii

Martin's Spurge (Euphorbia x martinii) is a striking evergreen sub-shrub that serves as a masterclass in architectural garden structure. A natural hybrid discovered in southern France, it combines the best traits of its parents: the rugged, upright nature of Mediterranean Spurge and the refined foliage of Wood Spurge. It is most celebrated for its dense, rounded rosettes of narrow, dark gray-green leaves that are often flushed with a deep burgundy tint on the stems and new growth.

In late spring and through the summer, the plant produces large, showy clusters of chartreuse or lime-green bracts. These "flowers" are uniquely accented by tiny, contrasting red or purple centers (eyes), creating a vibrant neon effect in the landscape. Because it is exceptionally drought-tolerant and naturally resistant to deer and rabbits, it is a professional-grade choice for Mediterranean-style gardens, rockeries, and water-wise borders. You will receive a healthy 4" plant, ready to add sophisticated, year-round texture and exotic color to your sunny garden spaces.

Why you’ll love it:

• Architectural Form: Maintains a tidy, mounded habit with stiff stems that provide excellent year-round structure.
• Vibrant Bicolor Blooms: Chartreuse-green bracts with striking red "eyes" provide high-impact color for months.
• Evergreen Foliage: Dark gray-green leaves often take on bronze or burgundy tones in cooler weather or on new growth.
• Rugged & Resilient: Highly tolerant of heat, drought, and poor soils once established; naturally unappealing to deer and gophers.
• Low Maintenance: An easy-to-grow perennial that requires minimal care beyond pruning back spent flower stems in late summer.

This 4" healthy live plant thrives in full sun to light shade and requires sharply-drained soil to remain healthy, especially in the winter months. While it is highly drought-tolerant, it maintains its most lush and professional appearance with occasional deep watering during extended dry spells. Note: Like all Euphorbias, this plant contains a milky sap that can be an irritant; it is recommended to wear gloves when pruning. Martin's Spurge is the ultimate choice for the gardener seeking bold, structural beauty and reliability in a convenient 4" size.