Cool Breeze Spurge

Cool Breeze is a compact, mounded Euphorbia with narrow green foliage and small white flowers that cover the plant through the season. Its fine texture and low rounded outline suit mixed containers and the front of warm-season beds. ## Garden Use Use it as a flowering filler in a sunny container or in a border where the white blooms can brighten neighboring foliage. The [Cool Breeze plant profile](https://www.gardencentermarketing.com/plantName/Euphorbia-hypericifolia-Cool-Breeze) identifies the selection as *Euphorbia hypericifolia* and lists a mature height of 10–12 inches and spread of 10–14 inches. The [North Carolina State Extension species profile](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/euphorbia-hypericifolia/) describes the parent species as a warm-climate Euphorbia with long-lasting white bracts, and notes that sap can irritate skin and eyes. ## Growing Conditions Provide warmth, bright light, and a freely draining root zone; avoid keeping the soil saturated. The plant’s airy mound can soften the edge of a patio pot or fill gaps among seasonal annuals. The exact-selection [Cool Breeze profile](https://www.gardencentermarketing.com/plantName/Euphorbia-hypericifolia-Cool-Breeze) lists USDA hardiness Zones 9–11. ## Maintenance Remove damaged stems as needed to keep the mound tidy. Wear gloves when pruning, and keep plant parts away from children and pets.