Euphorbia
Euphorbia
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 25, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Euphorbia
Euphorbia is a vast genus of ornamental plants ranging from low succulents to large cactus-like shrubs, all producing a caustic milky latex sap. In NE Florida, they perform best in containers or raised beds with sharply draining sandy soil and minimal irrigation, as their main challenge in this climate is surviving the humid, wet summer season. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- Non-flowering
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Euphorbias thrive in full sun; most ornamental varieties tolerate partial shade but produce more compact, vigorous growth in bright light. In NE Florida, full sun positions in sandy, fast-draining soil are ideal. Avoid deep shade, which promotes weak, leggy stems.
Euphorbias are drought-tolerant succulents and semi-succulents that are easily overwatered in Florida's humid, rainy climate. Water sparingly — allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Container growing is often preferable in NE Florida for better moisture control; reduce irrigation to near-zero during the summer rainy season.
Use sharply draining sandy or cactus-mix soil with low organic content. In NE Florida's heavy summer rains, raised beds or containers prevent the waterlogging that kills most Euphorbia. Fertilize lightly with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring only. Always handle with gloves — the milky latex sap is caustic and irritating to skin and eyes.
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Common questions
Is Euphorbia a good plant for St. Augustine?
Euphorbia is a succulent for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching Dependent on variety × 24-30 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.