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Daphne odora 'Marginata'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Daphne odora 'Marginata' plant details

Daphne odora 'Marginata' is a moderate-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In winter pink and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Daphne odora 'Marginata'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: thelypteridaceae, thymelaeaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in winter
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, rock garden, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Daphne odora 'Marginata'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Daphne odora is easily one of the most delectably scented of all plants. Purplish-pink flower buds open to bright-white blossoms very early in spring. This exquisite 3-4' evergreen shrub is attractive all year with dark, glossy leaves margined with creamy-yellow. You must plant this where its amazing perfume can be enjoyed! It is particularly effective near a patio or deck, especially with north or east facing aspects. PSh/M/GDr
Broadleaf evergreen shrub with a mounding habit. Green foliage has yellow to white margins. Fragrant, pink flowers adorn the foliage from late winter into early spring. Great for walkways or under a window where the sweet fragrance can be enjoyed! Growth Rate medium
Flowering in late winter with very fragrant pink flowers that open from magenta buds, this is a dense mounding shrub, to 4 x 4', with nicely variegated evergreen foliage. Good for late winter cheer! Sun, good drainage, and summer water. Cold hardy to USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Daphne odora 'Marginata' plant

How to Grow Daphne odora 'Marginata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-4'

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Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 3'-5'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-6'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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