Gopher PlantTough Blue Green Groundcover for Phoenix Desert Gardens Gopher Plant The Gopher Plant (Euphorbia rigida) is a low growing, spreading euphorbia that brings striking blue green foliage and chartreuse spring blooms to Phoenix landscapes. Growing just 12 feet tall and spreading 23 feet wide, this Mediterranean native is one of the toughest groundcovers and border plants for Arizonas extreme heat. Its stiff, spiraling leaves have a succulent look that

Is Navel Orange Right for Your Yard

Summer (May-Sep): Blooming continues into early summer

and hillside plantings across Phoenix

Mulch – Apply 3–4 inches of organic or inorganic mulch around the root zone

hardy only to about 25 to 28°F

Desert Focal Point & Specimen Plant

Avoid summer planting if possible — though Silver Torch is heat-tough

Mulch — Apply 2–3 inches of bark or gravel mulch to retain moisture

Use Blue Glow in masses of 5–15 plants for dramatic slope coverage and erosion control

spreading canopy in just a few seasons

Specimen Accent Tree for Patios & Courtyards

Is Gopher Plant deer and rabbit resistant