Euphorbia characias ‘Tasmanian Tiger’

Evergreen Spurge

USDA Zone: 7-9

Plant number: 1.208.610

This colourful selection has greyish evergreen leaves strongly edged with creamy white, forming an upright, bushy mound. Conical flower heads appear in spring, made up of creamy bracts with a green eye. In June, prune entire spent flowering stems right back to near the base of the plant — new ones will form during the summer. A plant for all seasons, particularly in mild winter regions. In colder areas this may be grown in a container and brought indoors to a cool, bright spot for the winter. CAUTION: skin and eye irritant/toxic if eaten. USPP#15715: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Euphorbia characias ‘Tasmanian Tiger’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Creamy Yellow

Blooming Time
  Early Spring
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring

Foliage Color
  Grey Green
  Variegated
  White

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Evergreen
  Massed
  Poisonous/Toxic
  Specimen

Flower Head Size
Very Large

Height
75-90 cm
29-35 inches

Spread
75-90 cm
29-35 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.