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DAPHNE odora
Commonly known as Winter daphne
Fragrant with reddish-purple flowers
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Evergreenleathery, glossy dark-green leaves to 8cm (3in) long.
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetReddish purple -
Height1.5m (5ft) -
Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightRounded shrub. Flowers, mainly in terminal clusters of 10-15 or more, to 1.5cm (½in) across. Produces fleshy, red spherical fruit.
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Hardy - average winterHardy 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 -
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Partial shade
DAPHNE odora
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Additional Features
Good to knowAll daphnes resent transplanting.
Pests & DiseasesAphids, leaf spot, grey mould, viruses.
Place of originChina, Japan. -
Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCottage gardenTown garden
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HardinessFully hardyBorderline
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Leaf margin
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Leaf shape
Oblanceolate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable 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 5Suitable 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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Scented PlantsScented flowersVery fragrant.
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Seasonal InterestSpringWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilHumus rich but not dry. Mulch to keep roots cool.Neutral to acid soilNeutral to alkaline soil
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Toxic - Category B - CAUTION
Skin irritantPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
Toxic if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
Wildlife
Bee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Daphne - Care Guide
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Buy Varieties of DAPHNE odora
DAPHNE odora 'Aureomarginata'
Winter daphne
leaves have a yellow margin which becomes creamy-white with age
Small
Gift-wrapping available
£20.00 each
DAPHNE odora f.alba
Winter daphne
(var leucantha) - pure white flowered form
DAPHNE odora 'Mae-jima'
Winter daphne
compact habit and attractive creamy-yellow edged green leaves. Profuse dark pink, strongly fragrant flowers
DAPHNE odora 'Marianni'
Winter daphne
('Rogbret'). - green leaves with broad golden yellow margins. Very fragrant tubular pink flowers in late winter, early spring
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
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Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50
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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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