Bonfire Euphorbia

Bonfire cushion spurge is a perennial flower grown for its burgundy leaves. The pretty leaves grow in a dome-like mound. In spring, tiny flowers bloom surrounded by vivid chartreuse bracts. It has an unusual color combination between the leaves and the flowers.

Bonfire Euphorbia

Bonfire cushion spurge is a perennial flower grown for its burgundy leaves. The pretty leaves grow in a dome-like mound. In spring, tiny flowers bloom surrounded by vivid chartreuse bracts. It has an unusual color combination between the leaves and the flowers.

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire'

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Pronunciation

yoo-FOR-bee-uh pol-ee-KROH-muh

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Mature Height

10 to 12 in.

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Mature Spread

15 to 20 in.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

yellow

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Bloom time

late spring

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

eastern Europe

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Light Requirements

sun, part shade

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 4-9

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 7,500 ft.

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