December Plant of the Month

A bushy evergreen perennial with dark reddish purple leaves that withstand the winter weather. Particularly eye-catching when in flower in spring and early summer as the acid yellow-green flower bracts contrast dramatically with the dark foliage.

Compact, up to 60cm high, this is a short-lived perennial that works well in a container as well as the border. Sun or part shade. 

Note: harmful if eaten and a skin irritant. All euphorbia exude a white, sticky latex-type of sap that can cause a rash.

Posts from the blog:

Adding annuals

A selection of recommended annuals.

The bees are a’ buzzing!

The garden is alive with bees as they gather pollen from a whole host of flowers.

Unfurling ferns

Take the opportunity to get close up to your ferns and admire the fascinating structures that exist within this family of ancient plants.

Plant sleuth

This mystery plant had leaves that were still lush in October but with no sign of any flowers to give me a lead.