firestick plant succulent Euphorbia tirucalli 'Firestick'

firestick plant succulent Euphorbia tirucalli 'Firestick'Euphorbia tirucalli 'Firestick' Resembling sea coral, Euphorbia tirucalli, or Sticks on Fire, is a striking evergreen succulent shrub forming a thicket of brilliantly colored, loosely branching, vertical stems. No thorns. As thin as pencils, the distinctive stems exhibit a reddish golden color which fades to yellow before changing back to redder tones in winter. During summer or in warmer conditions, stems can remain mostly green. NOTE: The sap of

Euphorbia tirucalli 'Firestick'

Resembling sea coral, Euphorbia tirucalli, or Sticks on Fire, is a striking evergreen succulent shrub forming a thicket of brilliantly colored, loosely branching, vertical stems. No thorns. As thin as pencils, the distinctive stems exhibit a reddish-golden color which fades to yellow before changing back to redder tones in winter. During summer or in warmer conditions, stems can remain mostly green.

NOTE: The sap of Euphorbias can be a skin & eye irritant, use gloves or wash hands after handling.

Growth Guide

These key details will help you understand how your plant will grow and what conditions bring out its best.

     Exposure: Full to part sun

    Watering: Low

     Mature Height: 3-6 feet

     Mature Width: 3-6 feet 

     Ships: Bare root   Why bare root?

Plant Highlights

A quick snapshot of what makes this plant stand out.

     Easy To Grow

     Slow Growing

    Good For Pots

    Fire Resistant

    Deer Resistant

Where To Plant

USDA Hardiness Zones show which plants thrive in your climate based on average winter lows. The lower the number, the colder the region. Use the map below to find your zone and choose plants that will grow successfully year after year.

     Hardiness Zone: 9-11 (USDA)

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