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Euphorbia Lactea Desert Rose

Question from Don:

We bought a Euphorbia Lactea at the OC County Fair a few years back. It has grown very well on our patio and has sprouted new branches. One is twice the original height of the plant. If I cut the branch and cut a split will it bloom a new flower? Or is it a graft process that I can perform? If skill required do you know a nursery near Long Beach Airport that can do it?

Answer from Pat:

I am sorry but I do not fully understand your question, thus I cannot answer it. For example, perhaps you mean Euphorbia lactea cristata, which is grafted. I do not think you should cut it. Nor will this produce flowering. Also, nurseries are not equipped to do grafting. A good way to learn more about your plant and its care would be to attend meetings of the Cactus and Succulent Society closest to your home. Contact this group and ask about meetings close to your home: http://www.cssainc.org/

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