Euphorbia Milii Dwarf Red

Description

The Euphorbia milii 'Dwarf Red',  Dwarf Crown of Thorns succulent plant is a very attractive flowering houseplant which originated in Madagascar. They only reach 1-2 inches tall and can be potted in tiny little pots or any available spaces of your garden where you need color since the spines and stems have fresh green leaves topped with beautiful rich red color on the flower bract that last 2 weeks each.

This dwarf sort loves sun and is excellent as a container plant for balconies, windowsills, terraces, as well as rockery gardens. As a succulent it accumulates liquid in its stems and leaves and is due to this not thirsting and needs only very seldom watering.

Great beginner plant with the bonus long bloom time and also a great gifter. You know it gives off milky sap that could sting your skin and your eyes so handle the plant with some caution and keep it from children and other animals you may want at your house.

Key features

• Compact, dwarf growth habit that stays under about 12 inches tall
• Bright red, long-lasting bracts surrounding small true flowers
• Thick, water-storing stems typical of drought-tolerant succulents
• Blooms over an extended period, especially in spring and summer
• Low water needs once established, suited to infrequent watering routines
• Compact size makes it ideal for small pots, balconies, and window sills
• Thorny stems make it a natural, low-maintenance barrier or accent plant
• Easy to grow with beginners who fancy reliable colour with minimal fuss in mind

Care at a glance

Product specifications

What's in the box

• 1 × Live Euphorbia milii Dwarf Red plant
• 1 × Pot (Bare-rooted / Pot: Optional)
• Potting mix
• Care guide

Important notes

• Natural variation in bract colour, thorn density, and plant shape is normal from plant to plant
• Some leaf drop during transit is common and is not a sign of poor health; new leaves grow back once the plant settles
• The plant produces a milky sap that can irritate skin and eyes, so handle with care while pruning or repotting
• Keep out of reach of small children and pets, as the sap and thorns can cause irritation if chewed or handled roughly
• Place gradually in brighter light after unpacking rather than moving it into harsh direct sun immediately
• Flowering may slow down in low light or during cooler months, which is a normal seasonal pattern

Frequently asked questions

Q: My Dwarf Red Euphorbia milii leaves are losing leaves. Why?

A: A few leaves falling from the plant are expected. When the plant gets mature it sheds out old leaves from the bottom stem as it gets new from its new tips' or if it's from after transport or getting change of environment. So it is natural for the plant to have a leggy from bottom and leaves from top.

Q: When should I water this plant? 

A: Water only when the soil is dry, which often comes out to a frequency of 1 to 2 weeks, although it needs even less during colder parts of the year. One of the main sources of troubles for this succulent, overwatering should be avoided at all costs. Therefore, alwaysErr on the side of Underwater.

Q. Will a Euphorbia milii Dwarf Red grow well inside? 

A. Yes, indoors will work, provided you put your Dwarf Red on a windowsill receiving lots of bright, indirect light for much of the day – like an east, west or south window. Too little light and your plant will get leggy and fail to produce.

Q: Will my plant need a bunch of light to have these on it? 

A: This variety is guaranteed to produce a very large bloom on lots of direct or indirect filtered sunlight per day, lack of sun is one of the main reasons these won't bloom.

Q: Is the plant safe around children and animals?

A: Plants like this that have pointed thorns, are very painful to the eye (as they produce a milky sap that irritates your skin, eye, mouth). Small children & pets should avoid these kinds of plants, and gloves should be worn at the time of any pruning.

Q: Do I need to use fertilizer on this plant? 

A: A diluted feed of liquid fertilizer once a month in spring & summer helps produce stronger flowers and bloom; however the plant will still survive and flower well without. It doesn't require fertilizing in autumn & winter.