Daphne x transatlantica 'Blafra' (Eternal Fragranceā„¢ Daphne)


Botanical Information

FamilyThymelaeaceae
GenusDaphne
Speciesx transatlantica
Cultivar'Blafra'
Tradmarked NameEternal Fragrance™
Patent NumberPP18,361
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginD. x transatlantica is a hybrid of D. caucasica (a deciduous female) and D. collina (an evergreen male). The United States Plant Patent was issued December 25, 2007.

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
Height90 cm
Spread90 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July, August, September

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA small evergreen shrub with white fragrant flowers that bloom continuously until frost.
ShapeRounded habit.
LandscapeExcellent container plant, or as part of a low hedge or border.
CultivationGrow in partial shade in a rich, moist, well-drained soil, should not dry out. May be slow to establish, and should be left undisturbed after planting. Tolerant of pruning.
PestsAphids, mealy bugs and scale should be watched for, as well as botrytis, leaf spot, canker, twig blight and crown rot.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionSmall, pink flower buds.
Leaf DescriptionDark green, narrow leaves to 5 cm in length.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are white with an orange-yellow eye, emitting a sweet aroma.

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