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Bush Or Dome Euphorbia

Euphorbia Characias

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Overview

Euphorbia characias, commonly known as Bush or Dome Euphorbia, is a robust, evergreen perennial that forms a spherical mound up to 4 feet tall and wide. Its distinctive, upright stems bear small, linear leaves and are topped with showy chartreuse inflorescences in late winter to spring. Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it prefers well-drained soil and full sun, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice for a drought-tolerant landscape accent.

Sun FullWater LowZones 7–10Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Bush Or Dome Euphorbia (Euphorbia Characias) — as this euphorbia is drought-tolerant and prefers drier conditions once established; perennial for full

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Euphorbiaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Euphorbia Characias
Euphorbia Characias
Euphorbia Characias

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