Euphorbia marginata

 
Latin Name: Euphorbia marginata
Common Name: Snow on the Mountain
Mature Height (ft): 15-30'
Mature Width: 15-20"

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Upright.
Mulch: Organic or inorganic.

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Remarks

Snow on the Mountain is a showy plant native to the plains states. Heat and drought tolerant in the Texas Panhandle. Striking variegated green and white foliage, with small white summer flowers. Can be invasive and is toxic to humans, sap of plant may cause dermatitis. Deer resistant. Control spread by deadheading.

Use in Garden

An attractive and vigorous grower that will fill in an area. Good in a Western cottage garden and xeric garden.

Maintenance

Remove seed heads to control spread.