Euphorbia martinii 'Ascot Rainbow' - Perennial Spurge
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🌿 Characteristics
Type: Perennial succulent
Common name: Perennial spurge
Scientific name: Euphorbia martinii 'Ascot Rainbow'
Foliage color: Blue-green edged with pink, orange, and red
Flower color: Chartreuse yellow-green bracts, discreet yet elegant
Mature height: 0.60–0.90 m (2–3 ft)
Mature width: 0.60–0.75 m (2–2.5 ft)
Habit: Upright, bushy, forming a structured and graphic silhouette
Flowering period: February to April, early spring flowering
Exposure: Full sun
Watering needs: Low, very drought tolerant once established
Soil type: Well-drained, light, poor to moderately fertile
Hardiness zone: Zone 5 to 9
Drought tolerance: Excellent, very resistant
Melliferous plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, especially bees
Toxicity to animals: Toxic, keep away from pets
✂️ Care
Plant in full sun in light, well-drained soil. Water moderately at planting to encourage rooting, then reduce watering once established. Prune lightly in spring to maintain a compact shape and encourage dense branching.
This hardy and resilient succulent requires no winter protection and thrives with minimal maintenance. Ideal for dry gardens, contemporary beds, rock gardens, and Mediterranean landscapes. Its colorful foliage offers year-round ornamental interest.