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Euohorbia 'Diamond Frost'
On 1 Aug, 09:42, Dave Poole wrote:
To a degree 'Diamond Frost' is a bit of a 'one hit wonder' because although it is technically a short lived perennial. it is best grown on from cuttings each year and most plants are treated with Cycocel to encourage a bushy and more compact habit. *Left to its own devices, it is a more open, slightly taller plant. It is a cultivar of Chamaesyce (Euphorbia) hypericifolia, which is a warmth loving 'spurge' native to the warmer regions of the USA and central America. The species proper is a low growing plant that revels in heat and light, often turning purplish with exposure. *It is becoming naturalised in many parts of the world and seems to be acquiring almost a 'weed' status, which shouldn't concern us unduly in our cold, damp climate. *It can be overwintered outside here, but only in very sheltered, well drained spots and it certainly wouldn't survive many -5C nights. *Mine survived two winters only to be killed by an unusually sharp, late frost in spring. Good drainage is essential and 'Diamond Frost' is better overwintered at around 5C and kept only lightly moist and in good light. *You can then take cuttings in early spring, but the resultant plants will be somewhat more airy and open unless treated with the growth regulator. Nevertheless, it is a very pleasant thing with or without the retardant and makes a splendid foil for more vividly coloured plants. It is glorious with dusky leaved Dahlias, but to my mind looks a bit contrived when associated with rich purple leaved forms such as the Llandaff 'tribe'. Thanks Dave, It is roughly what I expected, I was certain that I would have to over winter it inside Especialy with the rain we get. I can see it being a good Tub plant, as you say with dark foliage plants, I would try D. Bednal beauty with it, more of a size. David Hill |
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