Euphorbia Bonfire (Cushion Spurge)

Description

PLANT:  ‘Bonfire is one of the most colorful spurges. A wonderful combination of deep purple, red, and orange leaves with a touch of chartreuse, while the undergrowth is green. Foliage deepens to a burgundy red during the height of summer then turns a rich red in the fall. Deer and Rabbit resistant.

 CULTIVATION: Prefers full sun but will easily tolerate some shade. Average to poor, well-drained soil.  Cut back in late summer to encourage bushiness.

UTILIZATION: Lovely in mixed mid-garden groupings, rock gardens, woodland edges. Cuts well.

 Origin:   Eastern Europe

Blooms:   spring

H: 18”       W: 36”

Zone:     5-9

2 QT 79134

Photos courtesy of Walters Gardens