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DAPHNE odora 'Marianni'
Commonly known as Winter daphne
('Rogbret'). - green leaves with broad golden yellow margins. Very fragrant tubular pink flowers in late winter, early spring
£17.50 each
Large
£30.00
Plant Details
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Good to know
All daphnes resent transplanting. Attractive to bees and other insects -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, leaf spot, grey mould(Botrytis), viruses -
Place of origin
China, Japan -
Evergreenleathery, glossy leaves to 8cm (3in) long
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Tubular
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Fully hardyBorderline
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Entire
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Oblanceolate
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Height
1.5m (5ft) -
Spread
1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightRounded shrub. Flowers, 1.5cm (½in) across in terminal or axillary clusters of 10-15 or more.
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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)Borderline -
Scented flowersVery 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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Winter Seasonal Interest
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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 Size1.5m (5ft)
1.5m (5ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub borderCottage gardenTown garden
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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.
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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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich but not dry. Mulch to keep roots coolNeutral to acid soilNeutral to alkaline soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Daphne - Care Guide
