Evergreen Spurge
Euphorbia Characias 'Portuguese Velvet'
Overview
Euphorbia characias 'Portuguese Velvet' is a striking evergreen spurge, treasured for its lush, velvet-textured foliage and vibrant green color. Reaching up to 3 feet in height and spread, this perennial adds year-round interest with its upright stems and spherical clusters of chartreuse flowers in spring. Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, making it a versatile choice for low-maintenance landscapes and Mediterranean gardens.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Very Low
- USDA zones
- 6–9
Shape & size
Classification
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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