DAPHNE 'White Queen'

Clusters of white heavily scented flowers
Further Reading....
  • Semi-evergreen
    Keeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
  • White
  • Height
    1.5m (5ft)
  • Spread
    1.4m (4ft)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
  • 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.

DAPHNE 'White Queen'

 
Available Early Spring 2022 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
Large £45.00  
Delivery Information Available Early Spring 2022
plant size comparison icon 5 Litre
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Hybrid. D. acutiloba x D. sureil. All daphnes resent transplanting. Attractive to bees and other insects
    Pests & Diseases
    Aphids, leaf spot, grey mould(Botrytis), viruses
    Place of origin
    Garden origin. Bred by Robin White, Hampshire, UK
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Lanceolate
    		(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
    Richly scented
  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Moderately fertile
    Neutral soil preferred
    Or slightly alkaline to slightly acid
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Daphne - Care Guide
1.5m (5ft)
 Medium Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  1.4m (4ft)
  

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.
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00

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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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Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen. Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.20

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Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
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