Wulf Spurge

Wulf Spurge

1 Gallon
$24.00
Sale price  $24.00 Regular price 
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Wulf Spurge

Euphorbia characias ssp. wulfenii

A sculptural, drought-defying perennial with striking blue-gray foliage and long-lasting lime-green flower heads.

$24.00
Sale price  $24.00 Regular price 
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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

Wulf Spurge is a bold, architectural perennial prized for its striking form, resilience, and long-lasting seasonal interest. In late winter to spring, it sends up upright, sturdy stems topped with large, rounded, chartreuse-green flower heads (cyathia) that have a unique, almost architectural quality. These blooms persist for months, gradually fading to a soft buff color. Its evergreen, blue-gray foliage is arranged in dense spirals along the stems, creating a sculptural, columnar presence in the garden. Exceptionally drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, it adds structure and color to Mediterranean and water-wise landscapes.

  • Architectural Lime-Green Flower Heads: Produces large, rounded clusters of chartreuse-green bracts in late winter and spring that provide months of dramatic visual interest.

  • Striking Blue-Gray Foliage: Features narrow, spirally-arranged, blue-gray leaves that form dense, upright clumps, offering year-round structure and color.

  • Extremely Drought Tolerant & Low-Maintenance: Once established, it thrives in full sun and poor, dry soils with minimal to no summer water. Requires no staking or special care.

  • Deer & Rabbit Resistant: The toxic, milky sap makes it completely unpalatable to deer, rabbits, and most pests.

  • Ideal for Modern & Dry Gardens: A superb accent plant for adding vertical lines, sculptural form, and seasonal drama to rock gardens, gravel beds, and mixed borders.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Slender, leathery, blue-green leaves,Flowers: Small, chartreuse flower clusters bloom spring through summer,Habit: Compact evergreen perennial shrub with upright form,Characteristics: Heat and drought tolerant; deer resistant; toxic milky sap
  • Mature Height: 2-3 ft
  • Mature Width: 2-3 ft
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Needs: Full sun
  • Key Advantages:Striking blue-green foliage year-round,Long blooming period (spring to summer),Exceptional heat and drought tolerance,Deer and pest resistant,Virtually disease-free,Low maintenance
  • Landscape Uses:Mediterranean gardens,Xeriscaping,Rock gardens,Border plantings,Drought-tolerant landscapes
FAQs

Q: Is the sap dangerous?
A: Yes, the milky white sap (latex) is a skin and eye irritant for many people and is toxic if ingested. Always wear gloves and eye protection when handling or pruning, and avoid contact with skin. Wash hands thoroughly after gardening.

Q: When and how should it be pruned?
A: Prune after the flower heads have faded and dried, typically in late spring or early summer. Cut the spent flowering stems back to the base to encourage fresh new growth from the crown. Avoid cutting into old, woody parts.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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