{"product_id":"bonfire-spurge","title":"Bonfire Spurge","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBurgundy Foliage and Electric Spring Color in One Tough Plant\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBonfire Spurge (\u003cem\u003eEuphorbia polychroma\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bonfire') is a season-long color machine — a tidy mound of deep burgundy-purple foliage topped with glowing chartreuse-yellow flower bracts in late spring, when the contrast is electric. The leaves intensify to fiery red tones through the season and into fall. Drought-tough and deer-proof, it brings dependable structure and color to sunny borders in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBonfire Spurge Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEuphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–18 in. tall, 12–18 in. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–9 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring (chartreuse bracts)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBurgundy-purple, deepening to red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained; tolerates lean soil and clay if not soggy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to about -25°F once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrongly deer- and rabbit-resistant (milky sap)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront-of-border color and structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dark foliage is a perfect foil for brighter perennials all season, not just in bloom. Space 14–16 inches apart in drifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer-resistant, low-water beds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its milky sap makes it one of the most reliably deer-proof perennials, and it thrives in hot, well-drained spots. Pair with catmint, salvia, and ornamental grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). It needs sharp drainage — avoid soggy sites, especially over winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Bonfire Spurge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the pot's width at the same depth. Amend heavy clay with compost or grit for drainage. Set the crown level, backfill, water in, and mulch lightly, keeping mulch off the crown. Space 14–16 inches apart. Wear gloves — the sap can irritate skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Bonfire Spurge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells. Overwatering and soggy soil are its main enemies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the sap a concern?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — like all euphorbias, the milky sap can irritate skin and eyes. Wear gloves when cutting or handling, and keep it away from where children and pets dig.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — hardy to zone 4 with good drainage. Avoid wet winter soil, which is the main cause of loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it really deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery — the sap makes it one of the most dependable deer- and rabbit-proof perennials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the foliage stay colorful all season?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — burgundy foliage holds and deepens to red through summer and fall, long after the spring bracts fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatmint (Nepeta):\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue spikes that pop against the dark foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlanket Flower (Gaillardia):\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm daisies for a hot, dry, deer-resistant border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardy Geranium (Cranesbill):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deer-resistant companion with a long bloom season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#1 Gallon","offer_id":54315486511409,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/bonfire-spurge.jpg?v=1779727883","url":"https:\/\/threetimbersmn.com\/products\/bonfire-spurge","provider":"Three Timbers Minnesota","version":"1.0","type":"link"}