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Euphorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae (Mrs. Robb's bonnet)

Euphorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae Photo/Illustration: Michelle Gervais



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Euphorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae yew-FOR-bee-ah ah-mig-dah-LOY-deez variety ROB-ee-ay Common Name: Mrs. Robb's bonnet Synonyms: E. robbiae Genus: Euphorbia
This variety has dark, glossy evergreen leaves arranged in tight rosettes, and it produces yellow-green bracts in mid-spring and early summer.
 Noteworthy characteristics: This plant spreads rapidly (it may be invasive), and it is difficult to remove. Milky sap may cause irritation to skin and severe discomfort if ingested.
 Care: It can take a wide range of conditions: moist or dry soil in full sun to shade. 
 Propagation: Sow seed when ripe or in spring. Divide plants in early spring.
 Problems: Nematodes, spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, fungal and bacterial diseases.
Height 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft.
Growth Habit Runs
Growth Pace Fast Grower;Invasive/Aggressive Grower
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Dry
Maintenance Moderate
Tolerance Deer Tolerant
Characteristics Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Early Summer; Late Spring; Spring; Summer
Foliage Color Evergreen
Flower Color Green Flower; Yellow Flower
Uses Ground Covers, Naturalizing
Style Woodland Garden
Seasonal Interest Spring Interest
Type Perennials

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