Monrovia Miner's Merlot Spurge
Best low maintenance perennial for adding dramatic year round color.
This striking perennial offers dramatic, color-shifting foliage that transitions from deep wine-red to dark green with vibrant red undersides. It thrives in heat and drought, making it a low-maintenance choice for containers or borders where you want year-round visual interest.
$37.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance plants with high-impact visual drama
- Homeowners in arid climates looking for water-efficient ornamental plants
- Rural gardeners dealing with frequent wildlife interference in their landscapes
Who should skip it
- Families with young children or pets prone to touching plants
- Meticulous landscapers who prefer highly controlled and contained plant growth
- Northern gardeners living in regions with harsh, unpredictable winter temperatures
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Striking wine-red foliage and chartreuse bracts create immediate, high-contrast garden drama.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal attention once established, making it perfect for hands-off gardeners.
Drought Tolerance
Highly resilient in dry conditions, reducing the need for frequent supplemental watering.
Pest Resistance
Naturally deters deer and rabbits, protecting your landscape investment from wildlife damage.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to containers, rock gardens, or traditional landscape borders.
Year-Round Appeal
Evergreen foliage ensures the plant maintains structure and color throughout winter.
Key Specs
Light Exposure
Full sun, Partial sun
Watering Needs
Low (drought tolerant once established)
Mature Height
1.5-2 feet
Mature Spread
1.5-2 feet
Bloom Time
Summer through fall
Flower Color
Chartreuse to yellow
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
Growth Rate
Moderate
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