{"product_id":"euphorbia-miner-s-merlot","title":"Euphorbia × Miner’s Merlot","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia × martini ‘KMMM024’ – ‘Miner’s Merlot’ | Dark-Foliaged Wood Spurge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive Euphorbia with deep burgundy foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia × martini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘KMMM024’, better known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Miner’s Merlot’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a cultivated hybrid selected for its unusually dark burgundy to wine-red foliage and its contrasting greenish flowers. It belongs to the large and botanically diverse genus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e within the family Euphorbiaceae.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many of the succulent Euphorbias commonly grown as houseplants, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia × martini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardy garden perennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. ‘Miner’s Merlot’ is therefore particularly interesting for collectors who appreciate Euphorbias not only for their architectural forms, but also for their foliage and seasonal behaviour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant forms an upright, bushy clump and develops its strongest colour when grown in a bright position. In spring, the dark foliage provides an especially effective background for the lighter yellow-green to chartreuse floral structures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia × martini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a horticultural hybrid associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia amygdaloides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia characias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e group. ‘Miner’s Merlot’ was selected for its distinctive dark foliage and compact, upright habit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with other Euphorbias, what appear to be individual flowers are actually highly specialised \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecyathia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grouped into an inflorescence called a cyathium. The coloured structures surrounding the true flowers are bracts rather than conventional petals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is one of the reasons Euphorbias are botanically fascinating: their flowers may look simple at first glance, but their reproductive structures are highly specialised.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy ‘Miner’s Merlot’ stands out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep burgundy to wine-coloured foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpright, naturally branching growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContrasting yellow-green floral structures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticularly attractive in spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for containers as well as garden planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy in suitable Central European locations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent structural plant for perennial borders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen to semi-evergreen depending on winter conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive to gardeners and collectors looking beyond traditional green foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA useful contrast plant alongside grasses, silver foliage and lighter-flowering perennials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia × martini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘KMMM024’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Miner’s Merlot’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Miner’s Merlot’, Wood Spurge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Euphorbiaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardy perennial hybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Upright, bushy and clump-forming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate mature size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e around 60–90 cm, depending on conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dark burgundy, wine-red to purple tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small flowers enclosed within yellow-green to chartreuse cyathia and bracts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain flowering period:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spring to early summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutdoor cultivation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardy in suitable Central European gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer cultivation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes, with adequate drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Strong foliage colour combined with the characteristic Euphorbia floral structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector Insight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat I particularly like about ‘Miner’s Merlot’ is that its attraction does not depend entirely on flowering. The dark foliage gives the plant a presence throughout much of the growing season, while the spring inflorescences introduce a completely different colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is also a good reminder that the genus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is much broader than the familiar succulent forms. A collector who knows the genus primarily through desert or semi-desert Euphorbias may initially be surprised to encounter a hardy perennial that belongs to the same botanical family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with other Euphorbias, the plant contains a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emilky latex sap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that can be irritating to skin and particularly dangerous if it comes into contact with the eyes. Handle the plant with appropriate care, especially when pruning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bright position is preferable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun to light partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e works well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stronger the available light, the more pronounced the dark foliage colour tends to be. In deep shade, the plant may become more open and less intensely coloured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly during the active growing season after planting, particularly while the plant is establishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce established, ‘Miner’s Merlot’ is relatively tolerant of periods of dryness. The important point is to avoid permanently wet soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Heavy, permanently wet soil can cause root problems, particularly during winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn containers, I recommend a permeable substrate with sufficient mineral structure rather than a dense, moisture-retentive potting mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is no need to push this plant with excessive fertilisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA moderate nutrient supply is sufficient. Overfeeding can produce unnecessarily soft, vigorous growth and does not improve the characteristic foliage colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer-grown plants should only be repotted when the root system has genuinely occupied the available space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA pot that is slightly too large and remains wet for a long time is more problematic than a somewhat restricted root system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove old flowering stems after flowering if a tidier appearance is desired. Always use gloves when cutting Euphorbia because of the irritating latex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many succulent Euphorbias, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia × martini\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Miner’s Merlot’ is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esuitable for outdoor cultivation in Central European climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood drainage becomes particularly important during winter. Cold combined with saturated soil is considerably more damaging than cold alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant: Euphorbia latex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll parts of the plant contain the characteristic milky latex associated with Euphorbia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sap can cause skin and eye irritation. Wash hands after handling and avoid touching your face or eyes while pruning or propagating the plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the plant away from children and pets that may chew plant material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivated at TOMs FLOWer CLUB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt TOMs FLOWer CLUB, plants are cultivated with the principle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003equality before quantity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere appropriate, plants are grown slowly rather than pushed with excessive fertilisation. The objective is not to produce the largest possible plant in the shortest possible time, but to establish a healthy root system and naturally balanced growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlants are cultivated in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epermeable, self-mixed substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e adapted to their requirements, with particular attention to drainage and long-term root health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEuphorbia × martini ‘Miner’s Merlot’ plant in the displayed size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs show the plant and cultivation quality offered. As with all living plants, foliage colour, growth and flowering naturally change according to the season and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho is this plant suitable for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Miner’s Merlot’ is particularly suitable for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecollectors of unusual Euphorbias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003egardeners looking for dark-leaved perennials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003esunny balconies and terraces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eperennial borders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003enaturalistic planting schemes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003econtainer cultivation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003egardeners who appreciate architectural foliage rather than flowers alone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"tomsflowerclub.ch","offers":[{"title":"Bare root","offer_id":56834384134530,"sku":null,"price":13.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"In a clay pot - only for personal pick up","offer_id":56834384167298,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/7734\/3406\/files\/Euphorbia-_Miner_s-Merlot-Purple-Wood-Spurge-TOMs-FLOWer-CLUB-7.jpg?v=1786290755","url":"https:\/\/tomsflowerclub.ch\/products\/euphorbia-miner-s-merlot","provider":"tomsflowerclub.ch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}