DAPHNE x transatlantica 'Pink Fragrance'

Semi-evergreen - Keeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.

Shades of pink - All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)

Height - 60-70cm (24-28in)

Spread - 60-70cm (24-28in)

Dwarf shrub - Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions. - slow-growing, compact shrub

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

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 - flowers on new growth so can bloom through to autumn. A good container subject (JI No. 3 compost). Can be pruned with care. All daphnes resent transplanting.

Pests & Diseases - aphids, leaf spot, grey mould(Botrytis), viruses

Place of origin - garden origin. UK. Bred by Robin White, Hampshire

Hardiness - Fully hardy

Is Scented Plant - Scented flowers

Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - humus-rich

Neutral soil preferred

Wildlife - Bee friendly