How much sun does Fendler'S Euphorbia need?

Fendler'S Euphorbia grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Fendler'S Euphorbia bloom?

Fendler'S Euphorbia blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Fendler'S Euphorbia native?

Fendler'S Euphorbia (Euphorbia fendleri) is native to AZ, CA, CO, KS and 8 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Fendler'S Euphorbia attract?

Fendler'S Euphorbia draws bees and beetles.

Is Fendler'S Euphorbia HOA-friendly?

Fendler'S Euphorbia is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Fendler'S Euphorbia

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Euphorbia fendleri

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Fendler'S Euphorbia (Euphorbia fendleri) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–24" H × 12"–18" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

AZ, CA, CO, KS and 8 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Fendler's spurge is a native perennial that forms neat, compact clumps with small white flower clusters in late spring and early summer. This drought-tolerant plant goes dormant in winter, disappearing completely below ground until new growth emerges in spring.

In an HOA neighborhood

Fendler'S Euphorbia is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.

Works well in: mid zone, foundation.

Completely disappears in winter dormancy
Small size may look sparse in prominent locations
Milky sap can be concerning to some

Wildlife value

The small white flowers attract native bees and beetles during the blooming period from May through July.

Common questions

How much sun does Fendler'S Euphorbia need?: Fendler'S Euphorbia grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Fendler'S Euphorbia bloom?: Fendler'S Euphorbia blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Fendler'S Euphorbia native?: Fendler'S Euphorbia (Euphorbia fendleri) is native to AZ, CA, CO, KS and 8 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Fendler'S Euphorbia attract?: Fendler'S Euphorbia draws bees and beetles.
Is Fendler'S Euphorbia HOA-friendly?: Fendler'S Euphorbia is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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