This sub-shrub has upright stems that form a tufted habit with a rounded crown. It has mid green lanced-shaped leaves and the greenish cup-like flowers are arranged in terminal cluster appearing from spring to summer.

Hardiness zones 7 to 10

Euphorbia x martiniiis a cross between Euphorbia amygdaloidesand Euphorbia characiasand naturally found in southern France. It grows in a well drained moderately fertile soil in a protected sunny position and is frost and drought tolerant.

Milkweed is a small shrub that is grown for its flowers and is planted along front borders or grown as a specimen in small or cottage gardens. It is also grown in containers and rockeries for colour contrast and establishes from division in 1 to 2 years. It is suitable for coastal or mountain regions tolerating cold conditions. ID 1944

Euphorbia (yoo-FOR-bee-uh)martinii (mah-TEE-nee-eye)

Euphorbiaceae(yoo-for-bee-AY-see-ee)
Spurge Family