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DAPHNE tangutica
Masses of very fragrant flowers tinged pink
Further Reading....
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Evergreen - lance-shaped or elliptic, leathery, dull-green leaves to 7cm (3in) long. Leaves have pointed or notched tips.
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White - tinged pink -
Height - 1m (3ft) -
Spread - 1m (3ft)
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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.
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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) -
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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) -
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Pruning group - 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.
RHS group 1 -
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.
RHS group 8 -
Scented Plants - Scented flowers -
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Seasonal Interest - Spring -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - humus rich but not dry. Mulch to keep roots cool.
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Neutral to acid soil
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Wildlife - Bee friendly -
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Daphne - Care Guide
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