Cultivation
Plant in well-drained, light soil in full sun.
Suggested uses
Containers/Patio, Beds and borders, Mediterranean, Cottage/Informal
UK hardiness
H5
USDA zones
Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11
Sunset zone
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
WUCOLS
North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown
Foliage
Semi-evergreen
Habit
Clump-forming
Native to
Western Europe, Southeastern Europe, Western Asia, Russia
Drought tolerant
No
Flood tolerant
No
Toxicity
All parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested. The milky sap may cause irritation to skin and eyes.