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Euphorbia amygdaloides

Euphorbia amygdaloides · Perennial

Hardiness
H6 Hardy — very cold winter (to −20 to −15°C)
Position
Partial shade
Height × Spread
80 cm × —
Soil
Moist but well–drained
Flowering
May–June
Toxicity
Toxic; milky latex causes irritation on contact with skin

The Gardening Year

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🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower

Watch out for

Aphids: Squash by hand or spray with a plant-based insecticide if infestations are severe.

Grey mould (Botrytis): Improve air circulation and remove affected plant parts to prevent spread.

Powdery mildew: Ensure good airflow and water at the base to keep foliage dry.

Root rot: Plant in well-drained soil and avoid waterlogging, especially in winter.

Slugs and snails: Use physical barriers or organic slug pellets to protect emerging growth.

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