Which Daphne plant has the strongest scent?
Daphne Perfume Princess is a brand new variety that is taking the gardening world by storm, and will quite possibly over take all other Daphne varieties as the most fragrant on the planet.
Why are Daphne plants expensive?
Good quality and healthy Daphne shrubs are more expensive than the average shrub because propagation from seed is erratic and taking cuttings has a higher than normal rate failure with some species almost always failing.
How fast does Daphne odora grow?
Daphne are slow growing shrubs, it can take 7-10 years to reach mature size and then only around 3-5 feet depending on the variety.
Where is the best place to plant a Daphne?
Daphnes are grown for their beautiful and intensely fragrant blooms which are usually produced in winter or spring. They are best planted near paths and doorways or at the front of borders where it is easy to enjoy their heady fragrance when in flower.
What plants go well with daphne?
Daphne looks good planted in a mixed shrub border or with tall growing perennials such as peonies and baptisia. You can also plant daphne near walkways, windows and patios to enjoy the sweet fragrance in spring. Daphne is also an attractive woodland plant when grown in filtered light under tall deciduous trees.
Why is my daphne dying?
Often daphnes also suffer from root rot. The plant could easily have been over-watered, and the roots then rot causing the leaves to look bedraggled. Another problem that daphnes have is the leaves suddenly hanging down limply, and feeling leathery and dry. Most often, this is also caused by over watering.
Can you grow daphne in a container?
Make sure the soil is light and free-draining. Smaller species of daphne can be grown successfully in containers if you pay attention to adding plenty of drainage and choose a pot deep enough to accommodate the roots.
Will daphne perfume princess grow in shade?
Plants will thrive in sun or part-shade with well-drained soil. They don’t like dry roots, so water regularly and deeply. Daphne will establish best if planted when the soil is warm between March and October. If your soil is heavy add plenty of well rotted compost to the area and dig it in well.
Can a winter Daphne plant be grown indoors?
Note: For our customers who live and garden north of USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 7a, where this Winter Daphne variety is not reliably winter hardy, you’ll be happy to know it can be grown in containers that can be brought indoors during winter and placed back outside when temperatures warm up in spring.
What’s the difference between summer Daphne and winter daphne?
Winter Daphne, scientifically known as Daphne odora, and Summer Daphne, Daphne transatlantica, are superstar flowering shrubs. The fragrant flowers of both fill the garden with intoxicating perfume.
How tall does a Daphne plant grow to be?
Daphne is named for a female figure in Greek mythology. Moderate growing; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide. Daphne is ideal for north- and east-facing beds, against walls and around patio and deck edges, where its scent is enjoyed up close. As a specimen, its variegated leaves are good for lightening shade- garden plantings.
What do you do with a Daphne plant?
Delightful little slow-growing shrubs, Daphne are loved for their attractive foliage (many are evergreen), the exotic fragrance that some of the most popular varieties boast, and their decorative non-edible fruits. Needing little pruning, Daphne are eager to brighten up walkways and borders, or even stand alone as eye-catching container plantings.