Petty Spurge (Euphorbia Peplus) is a annual herb in the Euphorbiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Euphorbia peplus is a small, annual herbaceous plant with pale green, soft foliage and milky sap, commonly found in disturbed soils and gardens.

Petty Spurge

Petty Spurge

Euphorbia Peplus

Euphorbia peplus is a small, annual herbaceous plant with pale green, soft foliage and milky sap, commonly found in disturbed soils and gardens.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-10

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay, other
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, self-seeding annual

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Petty Spurge

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Euphorbiaceae
Genus:Euphorbia