Euphorbia martinii 'Ascot Rainbow' PP21,401
Rainbow Spurge
USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9
Very attractive variegated foliage; yellow borders on sage green leaves. Vivid red blooms in late spring to early summer. Perfect for mixed borders, cutting gardens and containers. Looks excellent plant in front of Delphinium.
Height
18-20 in
Spread
14-18 in
Color
Red
Bloom Time
May-June
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grows well in ordinary soil with good drainage. Cut back old stalks after bloom to encourage a new flush of growth. Divide every 2-3 years.
When to Divide
spring
Good Companions
Larkspur (Delphinium elatum), Autumn Fern (Dryopteris erythrosora), Coral Bells (Heuchera ), Golden Hakone (Hakonechloa macra), Japanese Windflower Anemone (Anemone ), Japanese Blood Grass (Imperata koenigii), Hybrid Sage (Salvia nemorosa), Hybrid Sage (Salvia nemorosa), Lupine (Lupinus Westcountry ), Tickseed (Coreopsis verticillata), Coneflower (Echinacea Sombrero® Lemon Yellow ), Hens and Chicks (Sempervivum Chick Charms®), Leopard Plant (Ligularia dentata)Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Containers |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
| • | Partial Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Green & Yellow |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
| • | Spring |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
| • | Very Adaptable |
