Breathless White Euphorbia Plant

Breathless White Ornamental Euphorbia is a bit more freely branching than other Euphorbia varieties, but maintains that mounding, dense growth habit that makes Euphorbia so very popular. A fast grower, you will be entranced by the masses of frilly white flowers that never need deadheading and that manage to look painstakingly manicured all season long, with no help from you!

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in spring after the last frost date

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.5

Watering Specifics:

• - Water moderately; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
• - Drought-tolerant once established

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer monthly during the growing season
• - Avoid over-fertilizing, as it can lead to leggy growth

Pruning and Training:

• - Pinch back growing tips early in the season to encourage bushier growth
• - Trim back by one-third if plants become leggy in midsummer

Additional Pest Management:

• - Monitor for root rot in overly wet conditions

Blooming Indicators:

• - Blooms continuously from spring through fall

Light Requirements:

• - Prefers full sun to partial shade
• - Can tolerate more shade in hot climates

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Heat-tolerant once established
• - Not frost-hardy

Companion Plants for Ornamental Euphorbia:

• - Petunias: Their larger flowers contrast nicely with Euphorbia's delicate blooms
• - Geraniums: The bold colors and larger leaves of geraniums pair well with Euphorbia's fine texture
• - Coleus: Their colorful foliage provides a striking contrast to Euphorbia's white flowers
• - Calibrachoa: These plants offer a trailing habit and small flowers that complement Euphorbia
• - Angelonia: Their upright growth and colorful spikes contrast nicely with Euphorbia's airy texture