Exquisitely fragrant clusters of tubular pinkish-purple and white flowers. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball.
Daphne sericea
Exquisitely fragrant clusters of tubular pinkish-purple and white flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Daphne |
|---|---|
| Species | sericea |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | purple, white |
| Soil | Fertile, Light |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Thymelaeaceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Open, Rounded |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Plant in hole large enough to avoid disturbing root ball |
| Care | Keep moist in first year, Mulch to keep roots cool |
| Border | Border, Rock garden, Scree |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Only prune if required to keep shape |
| Pruning Time | After flowering |
| Pests and diseases | Aphids, Botrytis |
| Maintenance | Keep free from weeds, Mulch, Feed |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Grafting |
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