Spurge Laurel. A bushy evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Clusters of slightly fragrant pale green to yellow-green flowers, followed by black fruit. Max Height 1m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers February to March. Fruits April. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Daphne laureola
A bushy evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves. Clusters of slightly fragrant pale green to yellow-green flowers, followed by black fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Daphne |
|---|---|
| Species | laureola |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Spurge Laurel |
| Flower Colour | yellow, green |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1m |
| Family | Thymelaeaceae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly spreading |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | February, March |
| Colour Fruit | black |
| Fruits When | April |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Mulch to keep roots cool |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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