Ground ivy

Euphorbia humifusa

Euphorbia humifusa has the following characteristics:

Growth Characteristics
- Morphology: Euphorbia humifusa is a low-growing annual herbaceous plant; its stems spread widely along the ground.
- Size: Generally, it is less than 10 cm in height, but it can spread widely.
- Leaves: The leaves are small and oval-shaped, with smooth margins.
- Environment: Euphorbia humifusa thrives in sunny locations and exhibits relatively strong vitality even in dry environments.

Propagation Methods
- Seeds: Euphorbia humifusa is primarily propagated by seeds. It flowers in the summer and produces seeds in the autumn.
- Germination Conditions: It germinates well in warm, well-drained environments.

Cultivation Methods
- Soil: Well-drained loam or sandy soil is suitable.
- Watering: Although it tolerates dry conditions well, adequate watering is necessary to promote growth.
- Sunlight: A sunny location is suitable, requiring at least 6 hours of sunlight per day. Uses in the Garden
- Ground Cover: Since it spreads low, it is ideal for covering large areas.
- Border Plant: It can be planted alongside other flowers or plants to create natural boundaries.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: It is not particularly susceptible to serious diseases, but care must be taken to prevent root rot in case of overwatering.
- Pests: Common leaf beetles or aphids may occur; in this case, you can wash with soapy water or use specialized insecticides.
- Control Methods: As a preventive measure, it is important to reduce competition with weeds and remove residues after overwintering to suppress the occurrence of pests.

Ground Ivy (Fumifusa) is relatively easy to care for and grows well in various environments, making it a suitable plant for beginners.

Plant Family	Euphorbia
Height	10~30cm
Colors	red, yellow
Bloom Period	August~September
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

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