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Daphne

Daphne odora

  • Scented
  • Feeds pollinators
  • Toxic if eaten
Daphne (Daphne odora)

Photo: Own Herby talk thyme · CC BY 2.5 · Wikimedia Commons

Bloom colours

blush, white

What actually matters with this one

It resents all root disturbance and often dies for no visible reason. Plant it once and never move or dig near it.

How to grow it

Light
part shade
Water
Even moisture
Hardiness
Zones 7-9
Height
1-1.5 m
Flowers
January to March
Difficulty
expert

Plant it alongside

Relatives and plants that want the same conditions.