Daphne arbuscula (Shrubby Daphne)


Botanical Information

FamilyThymelaeaceae
GenusDaphne
Speciesarbuscula
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginSlovakia.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7b - 8a
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH5
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-15 to -10
Temperature (°F)5 - 14
Height15 cm
Spread15 - 50 cm
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodJune

Description and Growing Information

PropagationCuttings wil root for what is considered a very difficult genus to propagate.
CultivationPlant in free-draining humus rich soil, a leafy annual mulch may also prove beneficial.

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