How to tend a Euphorbia helioscopia
Also known as: Tithymalus helioscopius Hill, Galarhoeus helioscopius (L.) Haw., Euphorbion helioscopium (L.) St.-Lag.
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Need a lot of water
Sunlight
Like half shade, may grow in places with bright scattered light
Soil
Soil with rich organic matter and strong abilities of holding water and fertility
Fertilizer
Apply enough base fertilizers
Pruning
Remove central buds in growing season to promote branching
About this plant
- Origin
- Subtropical areas
- Category
- Euphorbiaceae, Euphorbia
- Size
- Diameter ⥠20 cm, height 20-30 cm
- Blooming period
- Flowering period April-May, fruiting period June-July
- Flower colors
- yellow green
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