Marsh spurge (Euphorbia palustris) is a bog plant that can grow 50cm – 1.5m tall and 50cm – 1.5m wide.
This plant is commonly known as marsh spurge.
This is a deciduous plant that takes 2-5 years to reach full maturity.
Plant profile
Common name: marsh spurge
Scientific name: Euphorbia palustris
Plant type: Bogs, Perennials
Habit: Bushy
Height: 50cm – 1.5m
Spread: 50cm – 1.5m
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Clay, Loam
Moisture: Moist but well drained
Garden type: Informal Garden
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding
Other characteristics: RHS Award of Garden Merit
Seasonal colors
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How to plant Marsh spurge (Euphorbia palustris) – Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Cultivation profiles – Growing Marsh spurge (Euphorbia palustris) – Ryan Hodnett, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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