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Some Crown of Thorns hybrids are pretty. A few are impressive. But every once in a while, a cultivar appears that feels crafted — intentional, refined, and unmistakably premium. This hybrid is one of those rare creations, developed by a master breeder whose work is known for precision, stability, and exceptional color clarity. A Hybrid Born from Expertise This cultivar wasn’t an accident or a lucky cross. It was shaped by a breeder with years of experience refining bract structure, color saturation, and seasonal performance. You can see that mastery in every cluster: rounded bracts, clean veining, and a bloom formation...

Golden Goblet (Liam Thong) is a brand‑new Thai Crown of Thorns hybrid, but cheaper look‑alikes called “Liam Thong” are already popping up in US shops. Many of these listings only show one flower photo and don’t match the real plant’s traits. In my blog, I explain how to tell the authentic Golden Goblet by its thorn pattern, stem thickness, and leaf shape — and why correct provenance matters for collectors.

My initial encounter with Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii) occurred in 1995 during a vacation in the Philippines, when this plant was a burgeoning trend. At that time, I was residing in Rome in a tiny apartment, which made it challenging to cultivate any new plants, as my balcony was already filled with a collection of cacti and herbs. In 2010, my journey took an exciting turn when I relocated to Texas. The following year, I stumbled upon my first Crown of Thorns plant—a rare (back then), vintage salmon-colored cultivar—at a local flea market. This encounter ignited a profound passion...

Rooting Crown of Thorns can be done in many, varied ways. If you just started your collection and would like to propagate a favorite color to gift to your friends and relatives, this post is for you. This post will be a 2-part series. In this article I will talk about the traditional way of rooting Crowns and in the second part I will tackle the master growers’ method. In my years of growing these beauties, and after reading hundreds of internet webpages on how to root cuttings successfully, I have developed my personal method of rooting. I have two...

There were quite a few customers who suggested that I ship their plants with soil. And some also asked me why do I ship their orders bare root.  Here are the straightforward answers to all these questions. First off, the USDA/APHIS(United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service