Euphorbia coerulescens SH24Euphorbia coerulescens (Sweetnoors) is a small to medium sized, columnar shrub, native to South Africa. It features grey, gnarled stems adorned with large white to dark brown spines, giving it a unique cactus like appearance. Its segmented branches form an attractive crown. It is an easy care, low maintenance plant with a moderately fast growth rate. When it comes to watering your euphorbia, keep an eye on how moist the soil is feeling. You'll want to

it produces daisy-like flowers with reddish petals

commonly known as Toyon

and butterflies

it prefers slightly acidic to neutral soils and benefits from occasional pruning to encourage bushier growth and more prolific flowering

The flowers have yellow petals and bloom from April to May

Hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9

this slow- to moderate-growing cactus can reach heights of 15–30 feet outdoors

The short leaves are edged in glaucous green with a lovely creamy chartreuse center that brightens in the sun

In its native habitat

a truly delightful container specimen where it isn't winter hardy

is a majestic barrel-style succulent featuring a dramatic rosette of thick green-bluish leaves edged with sharp spines

adding a unique visual appeal to any plant collection