Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire'
Spurge
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Spurge (Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire') - Description
Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire' is a hot new perennial with striking mahogany red foliage. Unlike other Euphorbias that may turn red in the fall, 'Bonfire' displays its smoldering red foliage all summer long! Radiant chartreuse flower bracts provide a nice contrast in the spring. Nice mounding habit with foliage that is resistant to deer and rabbits.
Spurge (Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire') - Blooming
All Euphorbia have very small flowers with one female flower clustered by several male flowers. The showy "flowers" of Euphorbia are colorful bracts beneath the true flowers.
Spurge (Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire') - Growth
An extremely varied genus, Euphorbia contains annuals, biennials, perennials, subshrubs, trees, and succulents. Most species do well in full sun and light shade, but some species may have other requirements.
Spurge (Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire') - Planting
Propagate perennials by division or by seeds. Sow seeds of annuals indoors 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost. For succulents, sow seeds when ripe at 59-69F (15-20C). Can also propagate by rooting complete or sections of stems in spring. Shrubs and tree species can be broadcasted by rooting stem-tip cuttings in spring or early summer.
Spurge (Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire') - Pest
Nematodes, spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids can cause serious damage. Other issues include fungal and bacterial diseases and virus problems.
Spurge (Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire') - Interesting facts
Euphorbia is one of the most diverse genera of plants, and named after an ancient Greek physician, Euphorbus, who gave an herbal remedy made from a spurge to treat the kings swollen belly. The common name spurge also comes from its use as an herbal purgative.
Spurge (Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire') - Soil and irrigation
Most perennials prefer loose, poor to average, well-drained soil. Different species have different requirements.
