Euphorbia xanti (Baja Spurge)
Baja Spurge, White Spurge, Aklema xanti, Euphorbia corallifera
Fast-growing, Euphorbia xanti (Baja Spurge) is an open-branched, spreading shrub noted for its large terminal clusters of fragrant, small pink and white flowers from mid-winter to late spring, sometimes to late summer. Attractive to hummingbirds, the flowers are borne on pencil-thin gray-green stems bearing small ovate-lanceolate green leaves that emerge after the plant begins to flower. The evergreen foliage often drops when temperatures rise or soils dry in summer. Baja Spurge spreads by rhizomes and self-seeding to form dense colonies. Native to sea bluffs, dunes, rocky washes, and slopes in central to southern Baja California, Baja Spurge is adapted to sun, heat, aridity, and drought. Resembling Baby Breath, Baja Spurge is a good choice for the water-wise garden, and dry slopes, where it should be given room to spread. Good for containers too.
- Typically grows up to 4-6ft. tall (120-180 cm) and 6-8 ft. wide (180-240 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in rocky, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established, but grows faster and looks lusher with summer irrigation. Shade promotes floppy growth and reduces blooms.
- Perfect for beds and borders, water-wise gardens, or rock gardens.
- No serious pest or disease issues. Suckering can be a control problem, but can be greatly reduced by restricting water to the base of the plant.
- Prune as needed in the fall.
- Propagate by seed or stem cuttings.
- All parts are highly toxic by ingestion. Sap may irritate the skin and eyes. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
- Native to Baja California.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Euphorbia - Spurges |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spread | 6' – 8' (180cm – 240cm) |
Spacing | 72" – 96" (180cm – 240cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
Attracts | Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
Cultivar413, Flickr, c) Gerhard Bock, SucculentsandMore.com
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Plant Family | Euphorbia - Spurges |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
Spread | 6' – 8' (180cm – 240cm) |
Spacing | 72" – 96" (180cm – 240cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
Attracts | Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |