In my humble opinion, there is little to beat a good euphorbia. Euphorbia amygdaloides “Purpurea” is such a plant. Aubergine foliage with raspberry splattered lime green flowers. Tasty.
In my humble opinion, there is little to beat a good euphorbia. Euphorbia amygdaloides “Purpurea” is such a plant. Aubergine foliage with raspberry splattered lime green flowers. Tasty.
Gardening in a harsh climate
Gardens, Nature, Pictures, ... discover, learn and share
Horticulturist, Arborist and Garden Columnist
I was holding two Euphorbia, one in each hand, in the plant centre at Rosemoor this afternoon when we were almost struck by lightening. Mike said he saw the bolt cross in front of his eyes and, certainly, a split second later the clap of thunder hit. I carried on, oblivious, trying to decide. If they’d had that one it would have been a no brainer.
LikeLike
We had a wild one here too! The question is….. which one did you choose?
LikeLike
Neither. I lost my heart to an Itoh peony. I’ve been wanting one for ages. Not flowering size but (unbelievably for Rosemoor) much cheaper than I’ve seen elsewhere. And then had to wait for ages in a queue because the lightening nixed the power and the tills went down. Are you going to Powderham Castle?
LikeLiked by 1 person
Sounds like a great substitute! No, not doing Powderham, frantic spring to blame. You going?
LikeLike
Hopefully. Subject to negotiation!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I love Euphorbias they are such lovely and structural plants as well as providing that beautiful range of zingy colours. Nearly time to do some wulfenii cuttings! We got the Rosemoor thunderstorm here, too, it sounded quite wild.
LikeLike
Very.
LikeLike
I’m enjoying a view of Menton tulips with Euphorbia behind them. Perfect!
LikeLike
Just googled Menton tulips – beautiful!
LikeLike
Lovely.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful!
LikeLiked by 1 person