Spurge ‘Portuguese Velvet’ (Euphorbia characias ‘Portuguese Velvet’)

Spurge ‘Portuguese Velvet’ (Euphorbia characias ‘Portuguese Velvet’) is a perennial plant that can grow 50cm – 1.5m tall and 50cm – 1.5m wide.

This plant is commonly known as spurge ‘Portuguese Velvet’.

This is a evergreen plant that takes 2-5 years to reach full maturity.

Plant profile

Common name: spurge ‘Portuguese Velvet’
Scientific name: Euphorbia characias ‘Portuguese Velvet’
Plant type: Perennials
Habit: Bushy
Height: 50cm – 1.5m
Spread: 50cm – 1.5m
Foliage: Evergreen
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Well drained
Garden type: City & Courtyard Gardens, Coastal, Informal Garden
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding
Other characteristics: Plants for pollinators

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