winter daphne

How to Grow and Care for winter daphne

winter daphne · Daphne odora
Also known as: Japan daphne

Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Mulch annually in spring with well-rotted organic matter to keep the roots cool. Not reliably hardy in exposed conditions, may need winter protection. Resents root disturbance and transplanting. See daphne cultivation for more information

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeTOXIC if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

Planting and Growing winter daphne

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityTOXIC if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Care Tips

Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Mulch annually in spring with well-rotted organic matter to keep the roots cool. Not reliably hardy in exposed conditions, may need winter protection. Resents root disturbance and transplanting. See daphne cultivation for more information

How to Water winter daphne?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for winter daphne?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for winter daphne?

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What Soil Is Best for winter daphne?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for winter daphne?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize winter daphne?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune winter daphne?

Keep pruning to a minimum: remove dead, damaged or unwanted growth; if shaping is needed, trim lightly after flowering.

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How to Propagate winter daphne?

Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings or grafting

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How to Transplant winter daphne?

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How to Care for winter daphne in Winter?

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How to Plant winter daphne?

Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Mulch annually in spring with well-rotted organic matter to keep the roots cool. Not reliably hardy in exposed conditions, may need winter protection. Resents root disturbance and transplanting. See daphne cultivation for more information

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How to Repot winter daphne?

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How to Harvest winter daphne?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), phytophthora root rot, fungal leaf spot and virus diseases

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

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The Toxicity of winter daphne

TOXIC if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

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Attributes of winter daphne

Plant typeShrubs
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginChina, Japan

Scientific Classification

Species
Daphne odora
Genus
Daphne
Family
Thymelaeaceae
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