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(Euphorbia marginata)
Snow-On-The-Mountain (Euphorbia marginata)
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Photo by: Sus scrofa | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Sus scrofa | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2023-08-31T09:05:49-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Melbourne, Australia
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 5" - 130" | 26" | You should be able to grow this plant with no additional irrigation. | Excellent |
| • High Temp. | 62°F - 104°F | 79°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | -18°F - 73°F | 43°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant should grow very well at your location without additional irrigation.
Summary
Euphorbia marginata, commonly known as Snow-on-the-Mountain, is an annual herb native to prairies, plains, and meadows in temperate North America. It has been naturalized in China. This plant typically grows to a height of 1-3 feet (30-90 cm) and spreads 0.5-2 feet (15-60 cm) wide. It features grey-green leaves with white-margined bracts that surround small, inconspicuous white flowers, blooming from mid-summer to early fall. The variegated foliage is often more noticeable than the flowers and adds a striking contrast to garden settings.
Euphorbia marginata is valued for its distinctive foliage, which can brighten up floral arrangements and garden beds. It is commonly used in borders, as a bedding plant, and in wildflower gardens. This species prefers full sun and can tolerate a range of soil types, provided they are well-drained. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance, making it a suitable choice for xeriscaping. However, gardeners should handle this plant with care, as the sap can cause skin irritation. It is potentially invasive outside its native range, so it is essential to consult local guidelines before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0
Euphorbia marginata is valued for its distinctive foliage, which can brighten up floral arrangements and garden beds. It is commonly used in borders, as a bedding plant, and in wildflower gardens. This species prefers full sun and can tolerate a range of soil types, provided they are well-drained. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal maintenance, making it a suitable choice for xeriscaping. However, gardeners should handle this plant with care, as the sap can cause skin irritation. It is potentially invasive outside its native range, so it is essential to consult local guidelines before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub, Herb
- Height: 1.5-3 feet
- Width: 0.6-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Green, White
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Fast, Medium, Slow
Common Uses
Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
native to prairies, plains, and meadows in temperate North America
Other Names
Common Names: Snow-on-the-Mountain, Summer Icicle, Smoke-On-The-Prairie, Variegated Spurge, White-Margin Spurge, Coral, Folha-De-Sangue
Scientific Names: Euphorbia marginata, Agaloma marginata, Dichrophyllum marginatum, Dichrophyllum variegatum, Euphorbia bejariensis, Euphorbia bonplandii, Euphorbia leucoloma, Euphorbia marginata, Euphorbia marginata var. uloleuca
GBIF Accepted Name: Euphorbia marginata