Plant Database
Tasmanian Tiger Spurge
Euphorbia characias ‘Tasmanian Tiger’
Tasmanian Tiger Spurge is a stunning variegated selection that elevates the architectural form of the species with a splash of luminous color. Its upright stems are clothed in narrow, blue-green leaves elegantly edged in creamy white. In spring, the stems are crowned with large, rounded flower heads that are chartreuse-yellow, creating a beautiful contrast. The variegated foliage provides year-round interest, brightening up sunny borders even when the plant is not in bloom. It shares the same exceptional toughness and low-water needs as its parent, making it a standout, easy-care focal point.
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Variegated Cream & Blue Foliage: Features striking blue-green leaves with crisp, creamy-white margins that light up the garden throughout the year.
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Architectural Chartreuse Flower Heads: Produces the characteristic large, rounded, lime-green flower clusters in spring, held above the variegated foliage.
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Upright, Sculptural Habit: Grows in a dense, vertical clump, providing excellent structure and a strong focal point in the landscape.
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Deer Resistant & Drought Tolerant: The toxic sap deters deer, and once established, it is highly drought-tolerant, thriving in hot, sunny, and well-drained sites.
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Versatile Color Accent: Its variegation adds brightness to borders, pairs beautifully with blue and purple flowers, and is perfect for contemporary or cottage garden designs.