Euphorbia tirucalli "Pencil Cactus" 10"Euphorbia, also commonly called "Spurge" is one of the largest genera of flowering plants. Spurge can have some similarities to cactus in regards to shape and the ability to go through droughts although they are not cactus. They have a simplified bloom with no petals. It Is more of the shape of the Euphorbia's body that people go crazy over this Genus as they are indeed known for their architecture. The Euphorbia trucali, or "Pencil Cactus", is a

Height at maturity: 10"

Blooms: May

4 glasses per set

Watering: let dry between waterings / spritzing

A desirable plant for limited size area

Interior diameter at lip: approximately 6

green and white striped foliage

This compact native is cold hardy and deer resistant

24" (60 cms)

blooming every year

bell-shaped lavender-blue flowers on this continuous bloomer

Spacing: 12 -15"