Euphorbia griffithii - 'Dixter' (Spurge)
This fast growing herbaceous perennial is ideal for planting in semi shaded boggy areas. Red flowers appear in late spring at the ends of new red -green growth. Fire Glow produces large mounds of growth which may need supporting. 80cm tall x 1m
Cultivation notes: Plant in Spring in any fertile moist soil in partial shade. Fire Glow will also tolerate wet soils. Cut back flower stems to ground level during winter months. Beware of invasive roots which may need containing.
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Plant Strengths: Attractive autumn colour; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates heavy clay soils.
Plant Weaknesses: Poisonous if eaten/irritating sap; Invasive/spreading root growth.
Common Missspellings: Uphorbia, Uforbia, Euphorbea, Euforbia, Uphorbea