Euphorbia Mystery Box ~ Weird Desert Succulent Mystery Assortment Variety ~ Grower's Selection from Private Collection in Arizona

This is a surprise mystery box that is a grower’s selection of the best euphorbia available. You will receive a variety of cuttings and full rooted plants, potted or bare root- every box contains some of each. You might receive variegated, rare, or common plants. Medusa’s head, african milk plant, ghost dragon bones, etc and many more!

Euphorbia is a large genus of plants, consisting of thousands of annual and perennial species, many of which make beautiful and hearty landscape plants. Euphorbias come in a variety of shapes and sizes, many boasting cacti-like leaves and colorful striations of red, white, and more. Nearly all euphorbia species are succulents, and those that aren't are best described as woody shrubs or herbaceous plants. Many exude a sticky white latex sap from their stems, which is a known irritant. Because euphorbias are so versatile and tough, they can be planted in any location in your garden or landscape, so long as the spot gets enough sunlight. Their colorful variations will look right at home in a garden bed alongside other flowers, but you can also use the various species as a stunning mixed border. Likewise, euphorbia plants also make great options for container gardening, both indoors and out. The plants will go dormant throughout the winter, but will otherwise perform with color and vigor throughout much of the growing season.

How and When to Plant Euphorbia
Plant euphorbia outdoors in the spring after all chance of frost has passed and soil temperatures have warmed to at least 40°F. The most important determining factor in a euphorbia plant's success is excellent drainage. These plants will rot if their soil stays too moist. When grown as a houseplant, euphorbias can be planted at any time in a cacti and succulent potting mix.

Euphorbia Care Tips
Though different species of euphorbia may have particular needs, much of their care requirements are the same across the genus. While the plants may take a bit of coddling when getting established, they are generally very self-sufficient and even thrive off a bit of neglect.

Light
Locate your euphorbia plant in full sunlight, where it receives at least six to eight hours of direct light daily. In especially hot climates, a bit of afternoon shade can help prevent the plants from drying out or burning.

Soil and Water
Euphorbia are especially sensitive to soggy soil, so planting them in a well-draining location is a must. Typically, a sandy mixture with a neutral pH is best—if your garden soil is too dense, you can amend it with a bit of perlite to help things along. If you're planting your euphorbia in containers, a standard cacti/succulent potting mix should do just fine.

When it comes to watering your euphorbia, keep an eye on how moist the soil is feeling. You'll want to wait to water your plant until the top few inches of soil are completely dry. Euphorbia plants generally only need consistent watering when they're actively growing during the spring, summer, and fall. During the winter months, you only have to water when the plant shows signs of wilting.
Temperature and Humidity
Euphorbia plants are fairly adaptable to a variety of temperatures, though many species definitely prefer the warmer temperatures of late spring and summer. Most euphorbias grow well in temperatures as low as 50°F, though some can even tolerate a light frost.

Humidity needs vary from species to species for euphorbia, but regardless of tolerance, these plants need good ventilation thanks to their dense shape. Be sure to space your euphorbia plants out from one another and surrounding plants to lower the risk of fungal diseases, especially in wet or humid climates.

Fertilizer
Fertilizer needs will depend on which euphorbia species you're growing. However, nearly all types will benefit from a light feeding in early spring at the beginning of their growing season. These plants do best with a mild, balanced organic fertilizer—alternatively, you can mix in compost a few times throughout the spring and summer. Euphorbias in containers may need more frequent feedings than those planted in the ground.

Pruning
The type of pruning your euphorbia plant needs will depend on the specific species—there are some, like evergreen euphorbias, that need to have their spent blooms removed, while others should be cut down to the ground each autumn. Research the needs of the exact species you've planted before proceeding with any pruning.

Protective gear is necessary when pruning euphorbia. All plants in the genus have a thick, milky sap that can irritate the eyes and skin, so gloves are a great precaution.

Potting and Repotting Euphorbia
Euphorbia is an ideal specimen for container gardening either indoors or outdoors. When potting euphorbia, plant it in a cacti and succulent potting mix that drains quickly. You can also opt to put the plant in a terracotta or clay pot, which will help wick away excess moisture from the soil so your water-sensitive euphorbia is less likely to develop root rot.