Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge)

How to grow Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge) in NZ

Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge) prefers full sun and well drained soil and is ideal for dry banks, rockeries and low maintenance borders. Water occasionally while establishing, then sparingly once mature as it thrives in low moisture conditions. It is hardy across most NZ climates and performs strongly in warm open sites where airflow is good. With sunlight and drainage growth is fast and foliage colour develops beautifully.

Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge) care tips

Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge) is very low care. Trim back spent flower stalks after blooming and wear gloves when pruning due to the milky sap. Feed lightly in spring if desired though it performs well even in lean soils. Water has minimal requirement once established and plants remain vibrant with seasonal colour changes throughout the year. Avoid wet heavy soil as this may reduce vigour.

Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge) size spacing and growth rate

Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge) generally grows 20 to 35 centimetres tall and 30 to 60 centimetres wide forming a flowing cushion like spread. Space plants 30 to 50 centimetres apart to allow for natural expansion. Growth rate is moderate to fast in sunny areas and plants continue to widen each season. Buyers can expect dense cover and vivid foliage tones throughout the year.

Landscaping uses for Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge)

Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge) is perfect for edging, mass planting, gravel gardens, Mediterranean schemes and hot dry borders. Its fine texture contrasts beautifully with grasses, sedum, lavender and silver foliage plants. Use as a living carpet or weave through perennial borders for colour variation and ground coverage. This plant is a strong choice for sunny, light and modern garden settings.

Why buy Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge) from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery supplying vigorous Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby' (Cypress Spurge) selected for colour clarity and drought resilience. Each plant is packed carefully for nationwide delivery and customers receive guidance for strong establishment. Expect year round foliage colour, fast ground cover and long term easy care performance. For texture, drought tolerance and stylish seasonal tone choose this plant from The Plant Company.