Euphorbia ‘Miner’s Merlot’ - euforbia perena compacta cu frunzis bordo

Euphorbia ‘Miner’s Merlot’ is an ornamental variety of spurge, highly valued for its dark burgundy to purplish foliage, which retains its intensity throughout the season. In spring, the plant produces yellow-green bracts that create a striking contrast with the dark leaves. It is a hardy perennial plant, ideal for borders, flower beds, or rock gardens.

🌿 Botanical features:

• Full name: Euphorbia ‘Miner’s Merlot’

• Family: Euphorbiaceae

• Growth type: Compact perennial plant with a rounded shape

• Leaves: Lance-shaped, burgundy-purple, persistent most of the year

• Flowers (bracts): Yellow-green, appearing in spring–summer, in strong contrast with the dark foliage

🌞 Growing conditions:

• Light: Prefers full sun or partial shade; leaf colors become more intense in strong light

• Soil: Well-drained, even stony or poor in nutrients

• Watering: Low; after acclimatization, it tolerates drought very well

• Minimum temperature tolerance: down to –20°C, suitable for gardens in Romania

• Maintenance: Cut flower stalks after blooming to keep a compact appearance

Like all Euphorbia species, the plant contains white sap, which irritates skin and eyes; handling with gloves is recommended.

✨ Advantages and uses:

• Spectacular burgundy foliage, decorative throughout the season

• Strong contrast in spring, due to yellow bracts

• Very good resistance to cold and drought

• Low maintenance, ideal for rustic, modern, or rock gardens

Height with pot included approx. 30 cm