Find a plant:


{name}

OR Browse All Plants


Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon'

Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon' Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon' Photo/Illustration: Courtesy of Bailey Nurseries



Be the first to rate this plant

Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon' yew-FOR-bee-ah DULL-sis Genus: Euphorbia
This notable species produces erect stems of bronzy burgundy leaves and purple-green bracts in early summer. It looks exceptional when placed near contrasting plants. The foliage may be cut back after flowering to produce fresh growth.
 Noteworthy characteristics: This herbaceous perennial is well suited to the mixed border or to naturalizing. Milky sap may cause irritation to skin and severe discomfort if ingested.
 Care: This plant prefers moist, humus-rich soil in dappled shade, but will tolerate full sun and drier soils. Self sows regularly.
 Propagation: Start seed when ripe or in spring; divide in early spring.
 Problems: Nematodes, spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, fungal and bacterial diseases.
Height 6 in. to 12 in.
Spread 6 in. to 12 in.
Growth Habit Spreads
Growth Pace Slow Grower
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Dry to Medium
Maintenance Low
Tolerance Deer Tolerant
Characteristics Self Seeds; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage; Showy Seed Heads
Bloom Time Early Summer; Summer
Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage
Flower Color Purple/ Lavender Flower; Yellow Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Ground Covers
Style Cottage Garden
Seasonal Interest Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type Perennials

Plants you might also like

Euphorbia dulcis
Be the first to rate this plant
Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This species produces erects stems of bronzy green leaves and greenish yellow bracts in early summer. In autumn, its leaves turn shades of red, orange, and gold.
Corydalis lutea Corydalis lutea
(Yellow corydalis) (1 user review)
Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This species has bluntly spurred golden yellow flowers from late spring to early fall. Its pale green, glaucous leaves form compact, ferny mounds.
Sedum kamtschaticum 'Variegatum’ Sedum kamtschaticum 'Variegatum’
(Stonecrop) Be the first to rate this plant
Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This variety is more compact than the species, and its leaves are variegated with creamy margins. In late spring to summer, its star-shaped yellow flowers open from pink buds and mature to crimson. It grows to just 4 inches tall and 12 inches wide.
Corydalis cheilanthifolia
Be the first to rate this plant
Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This plant's tapering, finely dissected leaves make it look like a fern relative. The bronzy tints of the emerging foliage add to this plant's beauty. It bears buttery yellow blossoms from spring to summer.
Sedum kamtschaticum Sedum kamtschaticum
(Stonecrop) Be the first to rate this plant
Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This tough, drought-tolerant species has glossy deep green leaves and, in early summer, half-inch golden yellow flowers that open from pink buds. It grows to about 6 inches tall and a little wider and makes a good groundcover.