Euphorbia 'Royal Velvet'

Royal Velvet Wood Spurge

Evergreen Perennial

"Tailored evergreen velveteen leaves of rich deep red provide the perfect foil for its spring floral display. In spring, its 8"chartreuse-colored flower spikes have dramatic dark maroon eyes. This cross between E. characias 'Portuguese Velvet' and E. x martinii 'Red Martin' has the best of both worlds! 'This superior hybrid from Ernie & Marietta O'Byrne thrives in their world-class garden and beyond. Requires good drainage." Terra Nova Nurseries

Growing Conditions

Zone: 7, 8, 9, 10

Exposure: Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat

Water Needs: Drought-tolerant, Low, Occasional

Description

Size: 18 - 30 tall x 18 - 30 wide
Shape / Form: Mounding
Foliage Texture: Medium
Foliage Quality: Medium

Features: Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Attractive Foliage, Winter Interest, Year-round Interest

Foliage Color: Silver / Gray, Blue, Green


Bloom Season: Mar, Apr, Spring


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Hell Strip
Special Situations: Deer Resistant, Low Water / No Water, Reflected Heat

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Fall, Year-round Interest, Three Seasons of Interest
Plant Behavior: Potential Skin Irritant

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: medium

Plant Combos