Re: euphorbia chameleon
- To: s*@MAELSTROM.STJOHNS.EDU
- Subject: Re: [SG] euphorbia chameleon
- From: C* P*
- Date: Tue, 10 Aug 1999 00:49:19 EDT
In a message dated 8/9/99 8:23:57 AM Eastern Daylight Time, Kdye1@aol.com
writes:
<< I have tried Euphorbia 'Chameleon' two times now and have lost it. Could
you
tell how you are growing it, what exposure, etc? My first one got too much
sun and dryness, I think. But I don't know what happened with the second
one. >>
Kay,
This is the first time with 'Chameleon' for me, I have not overwintered this
plant.
It is usually called a border plant but I think most euphorbia need sharp
drainage. Mine has survived the drought with no attention from me, so far.
It is in the rocks in full sun. I tend to try all purple leaf plants with
fingers crossed.
The other species you mention, amygdaloides, is usually var. robbiae and to
my surprise rated for dry shade. It seems to be a low spreading plant.
There are several other forms of amygdaloides listed, this is the shade
plant. I will have to be on the lookout for this one.
Both are rated zone 6 but seem to be grown in my area so I am giving
"Chameleon' a try.
Claire Peplowski
East Nassau, NY
z4
