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Feb 05 2010
Wicked Green Plant of the Week…………Euphorbia tirucalli ‘Fire Sticks’
Euphorbia tirucalli ‘Fire Sticks’ aka Euphorbia Fire Sticks, Sticks on Fire, Fire Sticks Pencil Cactus
I think this is a sort of love it or hate it type of plant. It is a succulent and so distinct in it’s color and silhouette. This plant adds an interesting element to a garden area. And it is of course low water use.
Best Feature: unique color and pattern to plant, evergreen, low maintenance, low water
From : Africa
Preferable Places : Sunset Zones 13, 23, 24, H1, H2; USDA Zones 9a-11, can also be grown as an indoor plant
Looks : 4-6 feet tall and 3-4 wide
Personality : easy going, evergreen, narrow, stiff colorful branches, looks good planted in masses but can also stand alone, makes a good container plant
Likes : full sun, dry areas, well-drained soil
Issues : milky sap can cause damage to eyes
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