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This spurge may be smaller than other varieties, but its fabulous red tones will make it a year-round standout in the garden.
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Close'Bonfire' cushion spurge (yes, it's a horrible common name) is unusual among the euphorbias due to its lower profile, but its splendid red to burgundy colored leaves will definitely stand out, especially in year-round gardens. Only 18 inches tall, 'Bonfire' starts out with green new growth that soon turns red to orange in the summer then a deep burgundy in the fall and winter. Excellent in borders, container planters, and hanging baskets, the colorful foliage makes it a versatile companion plant. Chartreuse brackets top the foliage in the spring, bringing on bees and butterflies. Drought tolerant once established in the ground, 'Bonfire' actually prefers a bit of shade at the hottest time of the day.
Common Name | Cushion Spurge |
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Mature Size | 12" - 18" tall, 18" - 24" wide |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Cold Hardiness | -20 ° F |
Characteristics | Evergreen, deer- and rabbit-resistant, drought tolerant once established, attracts pollinators, sap may be irritating to skin or if ingested. |
Light | Sun to partial sun |
Structure | Mounding |
Bloom Color | Yellow to chartreuse bracts |
Bloom Time | Spring |
Uses | Rock gardens, woodland gardens, container planters, borders, mass plantings, hanging baskets |
Photos | Real images, not stock photos |