Euphorbia waldsteinii Betten - Spurge

Perennial herbaceous plant of modest size, forming an erect tuft, the Euphorbia waldsteinii 'Betten' presents sumptuous narrow semi-evergreen foliage, bluish-green, as well as a very long spring and summer flowering in a vibrant yellow-green. Ideal for brightening up semi-shade, on the edge of large trees or bushes, as well as in the sun in pots or flower beds.

The Euphorbia waldsteinii, native to Eastern and Central Europe, belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family. The Betten variety is a robust and perfectly hardy herbaceous perennial, forming a beautiful dense and erect tuft, with highly branched stems, measuring 50 to 60 cm (20 to 24in) in all directions. It has lovely semi-evergreen foliage, composed of very fine leaves, of a beautiful blue-green. Very floriferous, it adorns itself from April to July, with a multitude of umbels in a bright acid green to lemon yellow. This Waldstein's Spurge 'Betten' can readily self-sow (if its stems are not cut after flowering) to brighten up every corner of the garden! Euphorbias contain a white sap, called latex, which is highly toxic if ingested and very irritating to the skin. It is therefore recommended to use gloves, especially when cutting back the faded stems.

This Waldstein's Spurge, enjoying both sunlight and semi-shade, can be used to illuminate lightly shaded woodlands with its sumptuous colors. It will also be suitable for cultivation in garden beds or pots on a terrace. A plant of modest growth, it will also fit well in a rockery or on a slope. The use of this Spurge with its bluish-green foliage and aniseed green flowering in flower beds will have a beautiful effect. It will be the perfect companion to Paniculate Hydrangeas, Hostas, Ferns, spring bulbs, Heucheras, and Hellebores.

The specific name waldsteinii refers to Franz de Paula Norbert Wenzel Ludwig Valentin von Waldstein (1759-1823), a German military officer, explorer, and botanist. From 1789, he devoted himself to botany by traveling throughout Hungary.