Daphne wolongensis

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A semi-evergreen shrub to 1.5m tall, bearing leathery leaves and producing highly fragrant, pink flowers in spring and with a second flush in autumn

Scientific classification

Species: Daphne wolongensis (Daphne wolongensis)
Genus: Daphne
Family: Thymelaeaceae

TOXIC if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Toxicity: Shrubs
Plant type: 1-1.5 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Semi evergreen
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of Daphne wolongensis

Distribution map

China (western Sichuan)

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Culture

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Toxicity

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

Quick identification of Daphne wolongensis

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Daphne wolongensis care guide

Keep soil evenly moist but perfectly drained
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist but perfectly drained

Fertilizing

Light feed in spring only, avoid heavy fertilizing

Pruning

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

Propagation

Propagate by sowing seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe; take semi-ripe heel cuttings

Growing

Grow in moist but well-drained, humus rich soil in sun or partial shade. Mulch annually in spring with well-rotted organic matter to keep the roots cool. See daphne cultivation for further information

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