‘Blackbird’ spurge Euphorbia 'Blackbird' Type:perennials Notable Traits:low-maintenanceresistant: deerresistant: diseaseresistant: rabbitstriking foliagetolerates clay soiltolerates harsh roadside conditions Hardiness:Zone 6 – 9 Mature Height:18-24in Light:part sun/afternoon shade (eastern exposure)sun (8+ hrs) Water:drought tolerant once establishedrequires regular watering Bloom Color:yellow Bloom Shape:cluster Bloom Time:spring Foliage:blackpurple Description Plants form compact, bushy mounds of exceptionally dark, velvety, evergreen, purple foliage that darkens in the sun. Blooms are electric yellow above bright, lime green bracts on red stems that form a compact vase shape. Deer and rabbit resistant.