Daphne odora (winter daphne)
Botanical Information
Family | Thymelaeaceae |
Genus | Daphne |
Species | odora |
Category | Woody |
Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
Origin | Native to China and Japan. |
Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Toxic if eaten and it is a possible skin irritant. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 - 9 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8b |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | (-10) - (-5) |
Temperature (°F) | 14 - 23 |
Height | 1 - 1.5 m |
Spread | 1 - 1.5 m |
Growth | Slow |
Flowering Period | March, April |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | An evergreen shrub with dark green leaves trimmed in yellow. Clusters of purple-pink flowers bloom in early spring. |
Shape | Bushy. |
Landscape | Containers, flower borders and city gardens. |
Propagation | Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings or grafting. |
Cultivation | Grow in fertile, moist soil that is well-draining. Grow under shelter in sun or under partial shade. |
Pests | Aphids and slugs. |