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DAPHNE
Commonly known as Mezereon
Daphnes require good, rich, loamy soil and good drainage is essential for success.
Genus of about 100 species of deciduous, semi-evergreen or evergreen shrubs from Europe, northern Africa and temperate and subtropical Asia.
Their main attraction is the clusters of usually heavily scented flowers. Some have variegated leaves. They can be grown in borders, rock gardens and in a woodland setting.
The "Eternal" series are a result of a successful 30 year breeding programme to produce a free-flowering Daphne more tolerant of a wide range of soil and garden conditions.
All are attractive to bees and other insects, the earlier bloomers being particularly useful.
D. mezereum, Mezereon, is the native. Found in woods on calcareous soils is very rare.
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Good to know
All daphnes resent transplanting. Attractive to bees and other insects. -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, grey mould, leaf spot, viruses -
Place of origin
Europe, Caucasus, Turkey, Siberia -
DeciduousLance-shaped pale-green to grey-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long.
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1m (3ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright shrub. Produces lateral clusters of 2-4 flowers to 6mm (¼in) long before the leaves, followed by fleshy, spherical fruit.
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Scented flowers
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch to keep roots cool.
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Neutral soil preferredOr slightly alkaline to slightly acidic
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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skin irritant
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toxic if eaten
(People & Pets)
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1m (3ft)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Daphne - Care Guide
