Dune Spurge
Euphorbia parryi
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–18" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, NM and 3 more states
Pollinators
beetles, flies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Dune spurge is a compact succulent that forms neat mounds of blue-green stems with small leaves. It produces clusters of yellow-green flowers in spring and maintains its attractive form year-round with minimal care.
In an HOA neighborhood
Dune Spurge takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Milky sap is toxic and can cause skin irritation
- Euphorbias often banned due to safety concerns
- May be confused with prohibited exotic spurges
Wildlife value
The spring flowers attract beetles and flies for pollination.
Common questions
- How much sun does Dune Spurge need?
- Dune Spurge grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Dune Spurge bloom?
- Dune Spurge blooms in March, April, and May.
- Where is Dune Spurge native?
- Dune Spurge (Euphorbia parryi) is native to AZ, CA, CO, NM and 3 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Dune Spurge attract?
- Dune Spurge draws beetles and flies.
- Is Dune Spurge HOA-friendly?
- Dune Spurge takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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