Euphorbia tirucalli ‘Firesticks’ (Pencil Cactus) – Vibrant Color and Bold Structure for Your Garden

Add Fiery Warmth and Architectural Interest

Bring dramatic color and sculptural form to your garden or patio with Euphorbia tirucalli ‘Firesticks’, also known as the Pencil Cactus. Native to Africa, this striking succulent shrub is celebrated for its bright red and orange stems, which intensify in color when exposed to sunlight, cooler temperatures, or mild drought.

‘Firesticks’ is the perfect choice for creating visual impact in landscapes, patios, or containers. Its low-water needs and minimal maintenance make it a favorite for xeriscaping, modern gardens, and desert-inspired designs.

Features and Benefits

 Spectacular Color and Form

‘Firesticks’ displays vibrant red, orange, and golden tones that deepen in full sun and cooler conditions. Its branching, pencil-like stems create a striking silhouette that adds texture and energy to any garden.

 Cold Sensitivity & Versatile Growing Options

This plant thrives in warm or tropical climates but is not frost-tolerant. In colder regions, it performs beautifully in containers that can be moved indoors during winter, allowing you to enjoy its fiery display year-round.

Ornamental and Landscaping Uses

 Landscaping Accent

With its architectural beauty and brilliant color, ‘Firesticks’ is an excellent focal point in desert landscapes, modern gardens, or entryways. It pairs beautifully with agaves, barrel cacti, and other succulents to create dynamic compositions.

 Container Gardening

‘Firesticks’ thrives in patio and balcony containers, where its vibrant colors and manageable size make it a standout. Its upright, branching form looks especially striking in tall decorative pots.

 Drought-Tolerant Landscapes

Ideal for xeriscaping and water-wise gardens, this Euphorbia is highly adapted to arid conditions, offering year-round interest with minimal watering and care.

Why Choose Our Euphorbia tirucalli ‘Firesticks’?

 Carefully Packaged & Stress-Free Planting

We take pride in securely wrapping and packaging each plant to ensure it arrives healthy and intact, ready for easy planting and thriving in your landscape or container.

 Expert Care Instructions Included

Every order comes with planting, watering, and general care guidelines, so even new gardeners can enjoy success with this bold and beautiful succulent.

Euphorbias: Unique, Versatile & Effortlessly Bold

Euphorbias are some of the most adaptable and resilient plants you can add to your collection. They thrive indoors, outdoors, on patios, or in sunrooms, adapting well to various light conditions.

Our Euphorbia selection includes:

• Euphorbia royaleana – A columnar variety that surprises with lush summer leaves.

• Moroccan Mound – A symmetrical, architectural gem for pots or beds.

• Firesticks – The showstopper with fiery red stems.

• Candelilla & Pedilanthus – Perfect for containers, borders, and groundcovers.

Euphorbias are naturally pest-resistant and rarely bothered by animals, making them ideal for hassle-free gardening. Their bold forms, easy care, and resilience make them standout choices for any space.