How to Grow and Care for Crown of Thorns

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Crown of Thorns, or Euphorbia milii, is a beautiful plant that can be grown in parks or inside.

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Gardeners like it because it has a unique look, bright colors, and is easy to care for.

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This plant can bloom almost all year, even if it is kept inside.

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It has new stems with bright green leaves and thorns on them.

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It has small green flowers with colorful leaves that make them stand out.

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The name comes from the crown of thorns that Christ wore. The red stems represent his blood.

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Stems that look like vines can grow up to 6 feet long, but plants in pots are smaller.

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Care means paying attention to the light, dirt, water, temperature, humidity, and fertilizer.

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Crown of Thorns does best in bright light that comes from the side.

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It's easy to make more plants, whether you use stem cuttings or seeds.

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