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DAPHNE x transatlantica 'Pink Fragrance'
Pink highly fragrant flowers blooming over an exceptionally long period. Compact habit
Small
£27.50 each
Large
£40.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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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. Makes an informal low hedge. All daphnes resent transplanting. -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, leaf spot, grey mould(Botrytis), viruses -
Place of origin
Garden origin. UK. Bred by Robin White, Hampshire -
Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Leathery leaves to 5cm (2in) long
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pink, fading gradually to white -
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Elliptic
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Height
70cm (28in) -
Spread
70cm (28in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Slow-growing, compact shrub
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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 - 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) -
Scented flowersStrongly fragrant
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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skin irritant
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
toxic if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size70cm (28in)
70cm (28in)
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Daphne - Care Guide
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