East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing
Position in Border:
Middle
Soil
Prefers rich soil:
Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Euphorbia epithymoides 'First Blush'
Euphorbia epithymoides has dark green, lance-shaped leaves, which perfectly complement its bright yellow, star-shaped flowers. Perennial, Euphorbia epithymoides flowers earlier than many euphorbia varieties, and has a short flowering season. However, it adds interest to the border in autumn as its foliage turns a dramatic bronze colour.
Euphorbia epithymoides 'First Blush' has light green leaves with wide, cream-colored margins, and rose-pink flowers. It's perfect for growing with grasses and dark-flowered plants in ornamental displays.
Always wear gloves when working with euphorbias. The milky sap is a skin irritant.
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Euphorbia ‘First blush’ and wildlife
Euphorbia ‘First blush’ is known for attracting bees and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Euphorbia ‘First blush’ poisonous?
Euphorbia ‘First blush’ can be toxic. Its sap is toxic.
