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6th January 2021. In line with the current government lockdown rules, Burncoose Nurseries is closed to visitors. However at present we are able to offer click and collect to local customers. This will be weekdays only, not weekends. Mail order is continuing as normal. However please allow extra time for the couriers to deliver, once despatched from us. Sorry to say that some depots are experiencing high volumes of traffic, also staff shortages.

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DAPHNE gemmata

Bushy habit and clusters of yellow flowers in late spring to summer followed by red fruits

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Available Early Spring 2021 - Should be available March/April onwards depending on growing conditions.

£22.50 each

Available Early Spring 2021

1 to 1.5 Litre

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Deciduous - leaves to 8cm (3in) long
Yellow
Height - 75cm (30in)
Spread - 75cm (30in)
Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - compact shrub. Produces flowers in terminal clusters followed by red beries
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)
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 - - syn. Wikstroemia gemmata. Wildlife plant - bees
Pests & Diseases - none
Place of origin - China
Flower Shape - Trumpet -
Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
Leaf margin - Entire - see photos above
Leaf shape - Ovate - see photos above
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 -
Seasonal Interest - Spring -
Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - moderately fertile
Wildlife - Bee friendly -