Royal Botanic Gardens Kew Range : Euphorbia Amjilassa

Hardy Herbaceous Perennial

• Flowers in : Early Summer
• Germination : Challenging
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Borders
• Special Features : Scented
• Height : 24 inches

Description

Euphorbia 'Amjilassa' is one of the most spectacular species of this amazing and diverse family. From a sowing in January/February it grows rapidly, and by July/August the huge, chrome yellow flower heads can be over 12in. across. It also features bright reddish stems which add significantly to the beauty of one of the finest Euphorbia introductions for many years. True from seed, it is a hardy perennial (US to Zone 5), and a stunning border plant of explosive potential.

Found by a Royal Botanical Gardens Kew, plant hunting expedition nearly 10 years ago in Kashmir, near the village of Amjilassa and exclusively sold by Thompson & Morgan. It is, we believe, the first horticultural plant to be the subject of commercial co-operation, where it is intended that some of the proceeds are returned to the people of the country in which it was found.

Sowing Instructions

Sowing Time: February-July. Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 65-70F (18-20C). Sowing Depth: Surface sow and just cover with vermiculite. Do not exclude light. Germination can be very slow. After sowing in a pot of peaty compost, seal in a polythene bag and leave 3 months at 15-20C/64-68F followed by 3 more months in the fridge if germ doesn't occur initially. Keep compost moist at all times.

Growing Instructions

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Acclimatise young plants to outdoor conditions before planting out 90cm (3ft) apart in full sun. Prefers a well drained soil.

Caution

Toxic if eaten/skin & eye irritant