DAPHNE 'White Queen'
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DAPHNE 'White Queen'
Clusters of white heavily scented flowers
Large
£50.00
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Hybrid. D. acutiloba x D. sureil. All daphnes resent transplanting. Attractive to bees and other insects -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, leaf spot, grey mould(Botrytis), viruses -
Place of origin
Garden origin. Bred by Robin White, Hampshire, UK -
Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
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White
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Cottage garden
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Town garden
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1.4m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Scented flowersRichly scented
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Neutral soil preferredOr slightly alkaline to slightly acid
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size1.5m (5ft)
1.4m (4ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Daphne - Care Guide
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