University of Illinois Extension
Beyond Impatiens and Petunias

Plant Directory–
Choices for Sunny Locations

Cushion Spurge
Euphorbia polychroma

Perennial with a mound-like habit of growth about 12–18 inches tall. Does best in full sun and dry soils. This helps to keep it from becoming invasive. Long lived and dislikes transplanting. Chartreuse flowers in the spring. Zones 4-8.


 

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