DAPHNE albowiana

Evergreen - large, bright green glossy leaves

Yellow

Height - 1m (39in)

Spread - 1m (39in)

Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter - Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°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 - - a larger daphne, a good plant for the woodland garden. All daphnes resent transplanting

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

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Seasonal Interest - Spring -

Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - moderately fertile. Humus-rich.

Wildlife - Bee friendly -