DAPHNE tangutica

Masses of very fragrant flowers tinged pink

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£27.50 each

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Evergreen - lance-shaped or elliptic, leathery, dull-green leaves to 7cm (3in) long. Leaves have pointed or notched tips.
White - tinged pink
Height - 1m (3ft)
Spread - 1m (3ft)
Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - upright, open to dense shrub. Flowers in terminal clusters of 6-8, to 1cm (½in) across.
Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Full sun
Partial shade
Caution, toxic if eaten, may cause skin allergy or irritant - These plants are toxic if eaten and may also cause a skin allergy, rash, irritation to eyes and skin.
Additional Features - Good to know - - all daphnes resent transplanting. Attractive to bees and other insects.
Pests & Diseases - aphids, leaf spot, grey mould, viruses.
Place of origin - Tibet, China, Taiwan possibly.
Garden Location/Conditions - Rockery (inc alpine) -
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Scented Plants - Scented flowers -
Seasonal Interest - Spring -
Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - humus rich but not dry. Mulch to keep roots cool.
Neutral to acid soil
Neutral to alkaline soil
Wildlife - Bee friendly -