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.
Additional information
| Generic | Daphne |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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