Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia
Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia
Dense red spines and upright clumping stems create year-round colour and texture in compact spaces.
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About this tree
About this tree
- Mature height
- 30cm to 60cm
- Mature width
- 60cm to 1m
Euphorbia enopla, the pincushion euphorbia, is a clumping South African succulent that forms upright, bright green cylindrical stems, ribbed from top to bottom and covered in slender red spines. Small yellow flowers sit on short stalks near the stem tips through spring and summer. Established plants branch freely from the base.
It needs full sun to very bright light, sharp drainage and a gritty mix kept dry through winter. Growth is slow, at 5 to 15 centimetres a year. It takes heat and long dry spells easily but only light frost, so in frost prone areas grow it in a pot or under cover.
Use it in succulent and cactus collections, rockeries, gravel gardens, raised beds and shallow bowls, where the spiny texture reads at close range. It stays small, at around 0.3 to 0.6 metres tall and about 1 metre across in time. Where space is tight and water is scarce, it holds its interest all year.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Pincushion Euphorbia
What is Euphorbia enopla?
The pincushion euphorbia is a clumping succulent from South Africa with upright, bright green cylindrical stems, strongly ribbed and covered in slender red spines that fade to grey with age. Small yellow flowers sit on short stalks near the stem tips in spring and summer. It branches from the base into dense clumps.
How big does Pincushion Euphorbia grow?
It stays small, reaching roughly 0.3 to 0.6 metres tall and about 1 metre across as a clump, and it takes years to get there at 5 to 15 centimetres of growth a year. That slow, contained habit is the point of it: a rockery or a bowl will hold it for a decade.
Can it grow in pots?
It suits pots better than most succulents, because it is slow and shallow rooted. Use a shallow, wide container with a gritty cactus mix and drainage holes you can trust. Keep it dry through winter and in the rain shadow of a wall or eave. Repot every three or four years.
Does it need sun or shade?
Full sun to very bright light. Strong light keeps the stems short, dense and well coloured, and keeps the spines red. In shade the stems stretch, thin out and lean. Under cover in a cool climate, put it in the brightest position you have, ideally a north facing wall or a glasshouse bench.
Is it frost tolerant?
Only lightly, and less than the plant is often credited with. It is a warm, dry climate succulent that marks and rots after a hard frost or a cold wet winter. In frost prone districts grow it in a pot and shift it under cover from May to September, keeping the mix dry throughout.
Is it safe around pets and children?
No. Like all euphorbias it carries a milky latex that irritates skin, badly damages eyes and is toxic if eaten, and the stems are covered in sharp spines. Keep it out of play areas and away from pets, wear gloves when handling it, and rinse any sap off skin straight away.
How do I care for Pincushion Euphorbia?
Grow it in a gritty, sharply draining mix in full sun. Water only when the mix is dry right through, roughly fortnightly in summer and almost never in winter. Feed once in spring with a diluted low nitrogen succulent fertiliser. Remove damaged stems with gloved hands and a clean, sharp blade.
Mature height & width
Mature height & width
- Mature height
- 30cm to 60cm
- Mature width
- 60cm to 1m
Pot sizes & dimensions
Pot sizes & dimensions
| Pot / bag size | Width | Depth |
|---|---|---|
| 30cm Pot | 33cm | 30cm |
| 40cm/45L Pot | 44cm | 41.5cm |
| 50cm Pot / 70L Pot | 55cm | 41.8cm |
| 100L Bag | 50.6cm | 52.8cm |
| 150L Bag | 66cm | 55cm |
| 200L Bag | 71.5cm | 60.5cm |
| 300L Bag | 88cm | 63.8cm |
| 400L Bag | 99cm | 66cm |
| 500L Bag | 122cm | 66cm |
| 750L Bag | 134cm | 69cm |
| 1000L Bag | 146.3cm | 71.5cm |
| 2000L Bag | 176cm | 82.5cm |
General planting reference from our existing size guide. Actual containers can vary by supplier and batch; confirm exact dimensions if required.
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About Euphorbia enopla
Euphorbia enopla, the pincushion euphorbia, is a clumping South African succulent that forms upright, bright green cylindrical stems, ribbed from top to bottom and covered in slender red spines. Small yellow flowers sit on short stalks near the stem tips through spring and summer. Established plants branch freely from the base.
It needs full sun to very bright light, sharp drainage and a gritty mix kept dry through winter. Growth is slow, at 5 to 15 centimetres a year. It takes heat and long dry spells easily but only light frost, so in frost prone areas grow it in a pot or under cover.
Use it in succulent and cactus collections, rockeries, gravel gardens, raised beds and shallow bowls, where the spiny texture reads at close range. It stays small, at around 0.3 to 0.6 metres tall and about 1 metre across in time. Where space is tight and water is scarce, it holds its interest all year.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Pincushion Euphorbia
What is Euphorbia enopla?
The pincushion euphorbia is a clumping succulent from South Africa with upright, bright green cylindrical stems, strongly ribbed and covered in slender red spines that fade to grey with age. Small yellow flowers sit on short stalks near the stem tips in spring and summer. It branches from the base into dense clumps.
How big does Pincushion Euphorbia grow?
It stays small, reaching roughly 0.3 to 0.6 metres tall and about 1 metre across as a clump, and it takes years to get there at 5 to 15 centimetres of growth a year. That slow, contained habit is the point of it: a rockery or a bowl will hold it for a decade.
Can it grow in pots?
It suits pots better than most succulents, because it is slow and shallow rooted. Use a shallow, wide container with a gritty cactus mix and drainage holes you can trust. Keep it dry through winter and in the rain shadow of a wall or eave. Repot every three or four years.
Does it need sun or shade?
Full sun to very bright light. Strong light keeps the stems short, dense and well coloured, and keeps the spines red. In shade the stems stretch, thin out and lean. Under cover in a cool climate, put it in the brightest position you have, ideally a north facing wall or a glasshouse bench.
Is it frost tolerant?
Only lightly, and less than the plant is often credited with. It is a warm, dry climate succulent that marks and rots after a hard frost or a cold wet winter. In frost prone districts grow it in a pot and shift it under cover from May to September, keeping the mix dry throughout.
Is it safe around pets and children?
No. Like all euphorbias it carries a milky latex that irritates skin, badly damages eyes and is toxic if eaten, and the stems are covered in sharp spines. Keep it out of play areas and away from pets, wear gloves when handling it, and rinse any sap off skin straight away.
How do I care for Pincushion Euphorbia?
Grow it in a gritty, sharply draining mix in full sun. Water only when the mix is dry right through, roughly fortnightly in summer and almost never in winter. Feed once in spring with a diluted low nitrogen succulent fertiliser. Remove damaged stems with gloved hands and a clean, sharp blade.
- Foliage
Evergreen (foliage year round)
- Position
- Form
- Use
- Mature height
- 30cm to 60cm
- Mature width
- 60cm to 1m
Planting Information
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia
Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia is expected to grow 5cm to 15cm per year under suitable conditions.
Long Term Care For Your Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia
Planting Your Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia in Different Soil
Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia works in an:
Is Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia Evergreen or Deciduous?
Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 30cm to 60cm
Mature Width: 60cm to 1m
Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia is expected to grow 5cm to 15cm per year under suitable conditions.
Growth Rate of Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia
Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia is expected to grow 5cm to 15cm per year under suitable conditions.
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia
Is Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia frost tolerant?
Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.
Does Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia Flower?
Euphorbia enopla produces small yellow-green flower structures near the stem tips during warmer months. While the blooms are relatively inconspicuous, the plant is primarily valued for its upright green stems adorned with striking red to crimson spines that create strong year-round ornamental appeal.
Does Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Yellow
Is Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia an Australian Native Tree?
No
Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia is Native to
What is the Wildlife Value of Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia ?
Its small seasonal flowers may attract bees and other beneficial pollinators during the flowering period, supporting biodiversity within dry-climate and ornamental landscapes. The dense spiny stems can also provide sheltered microhabitats for beneficial insects in suitable garden settings.
How much Sunlight does Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia need?
Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Euphorbia enopla performs best in free-draining sandy or loam soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poor soils, rocky sites and container growing provided drainage remains excellent. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions, as excess moisture can lead to root and stem problems. Allow the soil to dry thoroughly between watering once established to maintain healthy growth, spine colour and long-term vigour.
Is Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia Drought Tolerant?
Is Euphorbia enopla – Pincushion Euphorbia Drought tolerant?
As a young plant it benefits from occasional watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during extended dry periods. Once established, Pincushion Euphorbia shows exceptional drought tolerance and performs reliably through prolonged dry conditions with little to no supplementary watering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Euphorbia enopla is loved for its Dense red spines and upright clumping stems create year-round colour and texture in compact spaces.
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Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Balls' is Star Jasmine grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere. The small glossy leaves sit tight on a woody framework, holding a clean rounded outline year round. White pinwheel flowers open in spring and carry a strong sweet scent right across a courtyard.
Ball specimens hold at about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide with light clipping. Full sun to part shade suits them, in any free draining soil. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year. They handle coastal exposure, light frost and dry spells once the roots are down.
Repeat them along a driveway, either side of an entry, or in pots on a terrace where a formal shape is wanted straight away. They read as structure in a planting scheme without the height of a hedge, and because the form is already trained, a new garden looks settled from the day it goes in.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Star Jasmine Balls
What are Star Jasmine Balls?
They are Trachelospermum jasminoides, the common Star Jasmine, grown and clipped into a dense evergreen sphere on a woody framework. Instead of climbing, the plant is trained into a self supporting rounded shape. The foliage is small, glossy and dark green, and the plant carries scented white flowers through spring.
How big do Star Jasmine Balls grow?
They hold at roughly 1 to 1.5 metres tall and 1 to 1.5 metres wide. Growth is slow to moderate at 30 to 50 centimetres a year, so a light clip once or twice a year keeps the ball tight at whatever size within that range suits the setting.
Do Star Jasmine Balls need sun or shade?
Full sun to part shade both work. Full sun gives the densest foliage and the heaviest flowering, while part shade produces slightly softer, more open growth and fewer flowers. Avoid deep shade, where the ball thins out and loses its outline. Morning sun with afternoon protection suits hot inland gardens.
Can Star Jasmine Balls be grown in pots?
Yes, and pots are one of the main uses. A container 50 to 60 centimetres wide with a quality free draining mix will hold a ball for years. Water more often than you would in the ground, especially in summer, and feed in spring and again in late summer. Refresh the mix every few years.
Are Star Jasmine Balls evergreen?
Yes, the foliage is held year round. The glossy dark green leaves take on a bronze tinge in cold weather and green up again in spring, but the plant never goes bare. That is what makes it useful as permanent structure in a scheme, particularly in winter once perennials have died back.
When do Star Jasmine Balls flower?
Flowering runs through spring, roughly September to November, and often carries into early summer in warmer districts. The white pinwheel flowers are small but produced in quantity, and the scent is strong on still evenings. Flowering is heaviest on plants in full sun that were not clipped hard just before bud set.
How do I prune and care for Star Jasmine Balls?
Clip lightly with hedging shears once after flowering and again in late summer if needed, taking only the new growth to keep the outline crisp. Water deeply in dry weather, mulch the base, and feed in early spring. The sap is milky and can irritate skin, so wear gloves when trimming.
Trachelospermum jasminoides Balls – Star Jasmine Balls
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia fruticosa, Coastal Rosemary, is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It builds a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not the culinary herb.
Mature plants sit at 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year, and they clip smaller without complaint. Full sun to part shade and sharp drainage are the requirements. Salt wind, sandy soil, drought and light to moderate frost are all handled.
It is a standard on coastal projects, road verges, council garden beds and exposed banks that need erosion cover. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen, or 80 centimetres for a clipped hedge. A single plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot on a courtyard or balcony.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Coastal Rosemary
What is Coastal Rosemary?
Westringia fruticosa is an Australian native evergreen shrub from the headlands and dunes of the east coast. It forms a dense rounded bush of fine grey green leaves held in whorls, with small white to pale lilac flowers. Despite the common name it is not culinary rosemary and is not used in cooking.
How big does Coastal Rosemary grow?
Mature plants reach 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide. It clips readily to smaller dimensions and is often maintained at around a metre as a hedge or a low mound. Growth is moderate, roughly 30 to 60 centimetres a year, so it holds a trimmed shape well.
Is Coastal Rosemary suitable for coastal positions?
It is one of the best shrubs available for exposed coastal work. It grows naturally on sea cliffs and copes with salt laden wind, sand and reflected heat. It is used constantly on beachfront reserves, dune stabilisation projects and seaside gardens where little else holds a tidy shape.
When does Coastal Rosemary flower?
The main flush is spring and summer, roughly September through February, with scattered flowering at other times of the year in mild districts. The flowers are small, white to pale lilac and sit among the foliage rather than above it. Clipped hedges flower less than plants left to grow informally.
How far apart should I plant Coastal Rosemary for a hedge?
Space plants 80 centimetres apart for a tight formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres apart for a dense informal screen. On banks and batters used for erosion cover, 1 metre in a staggered grid gives full ground coverage within about two growing seasons.
Can Coastal Rosemary grow in pots?
Yes. A pot 40 to 50 centimetres wide suits a single plant for a courtyard, entry or balcony. Use a free draining mix, because the roots will not tolerate sitting wet. Container plants need watering more often than those in the ground, plus a light trim to hold their shape.
How do I prune and care for Coastal Rosemary?
Trim lightly two or three times a year, taking the soft new growth and avoiding cuts into bare old wood, which reshoots poorly. Water through the first summer, then only in extended dry spells. On most soils it needs no feeding at all, and it resents heavy watering and poor drainage.
Westringia fruticosa – Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame that holds its shape through the year.
Expect 1.5 to 2 metres in height and width at maturity, at 30 to 60 centimetres a year. Full sun brings the heaviest flowering, though part shade is accepted. Drainage matters above everything else, after which it takes salt wind, sandy or gravelly ground, drought and light to moderate frost.
Mass plantings on batters, median strips and coastal frontages are where it earns its keep, and it clips into a low hedge of about a metre without losing its flowering. Plant 1 to 1.5 metres apart for an informal screen. One plant fills a 40 to 50 centimetre pot neatly.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
What is Westringia Wynyabbie Blue?
Westringia 'Wynyabbie Blue' is a hardy Australian native shrub grown for its lilac blue flowers, which are larger and more freely carried than those of the common white forms. Narrow grey green leaves sit in neat whorls on a dense rounded frame. It is evergreen and holds its structure all year.
How big does Wynyabbie Blue grow?
It reaches 1.5 to 2 metres tall and 1.5 to 2 metres wide at maturity, growing 30 to 60 centimetres a year. It clips comfortably to around a metre if you want a lower hedge, and it will hold that height indefinitely given two or three light trims a year.
When does Wynyabbie Blue flower?
From spring right through autumn, roughly September to May, with sporadic flowers in winter in mild districts. The lilac blue flowers open in flushes rather than all at once, so there is usually some colour on the plant. Flowering is heaviest in full sun on lean, well drained soil.
Is Wynyabbie Blue drought tolerant?
Yes. Once the roots are established it needs very little water and copes with extended dry periods, which is why it is used on unirrigated median strips and road verges. Drainage matters more than watering, since the plant will die in soggy ground long before it dies of thirst.
Is Wynyabbie Blue suitable for coastal positions?
It is. Salt laden wind, sandy soils and reflected heat are all handled, and it is planted routinely on foreshore reserves and beachside gardens. In very exposed frontal positions the plant stays lower and denser than it would inland, which generally suits the situation anyway.
How far apart should I plant Wynyabbie Blue for a hedge?
Use 80 centimetres between plants for a clipped formal hedge, or 1 to 1.5 metres for a dense informal screen. For mass planting on banks and median strips, 1 metre in a staggered pattern gives full coverage within about two growing seasons and shades out most weeds.
How do I prune and care for Wynyabbie Blue?
Trim lightly after each flowering flush, taking soft growth only. Cutting back into bare old wood leaves gaps that will not fill in, so stay on top of it rather than letting it get away. Water through the first summer, then rarely. Avoid rich soils and heavy fertiliser.
Westringia ‘Wynyabbie Blue’ – Wynyabbie Blue Coastal Rosemary
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