Euphorbia polychroma ‘Bonfire’

Cushion Spurge

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.208.070

Cushion or Chrome Spurge is a popular perennial for spring display. This selection has foliage that begins green, quickly changing to deep maroon red. Flower heads have bright yellow bracts in spring and are particularly showy against the dark leaves. Excellent for edging, in the large rock garden or in mixed containers. Unusual for cutting. If the clumps splay open after blooming, shearing back by half in early summer will maintain a nice mounding form. From Blooms of Bressingham®. USPP#18585: unlicensed propagation prohibited. CAUTION: skin & eye irritant/toxic if eaten.

Further details for
Euphorbia polychroma ‘Bonfire’

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
Yellow

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring

Foliage Color
Bronze
Red

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Poisonous/Toxic
  Specimen

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
25-30 cm
10-12 inches

Spread
30-45 cm
12-18 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium