GardenWizzPlant Care Card
Euphorbia ceratocarpa
Euphorbia ceratocarpa · Perennial
Hardiness
None Not rated by RHS (to None)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Height × Spread
1.5–2 m × 1–2.5 m
Soil
moist but well-drained, light soil; chalk, loam, sand; acid, alkaline or neutral pH
Flowering
January–December
Toxicity
all parts toxic if ingested; milky sap causes intense irritation to hands and eyes
The Gardening Year
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower
✂️ Prune
Watch out for
Root and stem rots: Ensure well-drained soil and avoid overwatering, especially during winter months.
Aphids: Spray off with water or use insecticidal soap; encourage natural predators like ladybirds.
Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation and apply a suitable fungicide if infection is severe.
Slugs and snails: Use physical barriers, copper tape, or approved slug pellets to protect young plants.