Mezereon. An upright shrub with soft grey-green leaves. Clusters of fragrant deep purple-red flowers, before the leaves, followed by red fruit. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 75cm. Flowers February to March. Fruits April. Full Sun/Partial Shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Daphne mezereum var. rubra
An upright shrub with soft grey-green leaves. Clusters of fragrant deep purple-red flowers, before the leaves, followed by red fruit.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Daphne |
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Species | mezereum |
Varietry | var. rubra |
Common Name | Mezereon |
Flower Colour | Purple, Red |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full Sun/Partial Shade |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 90cm |
Family | Thymelaeaceae |
Spread | 75cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | Green |
Flowers From | February, March |
Colour Fruit | Red |
Fruits When | April |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Mulch to keep roots cool |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
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Pruning Time | |
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