Daphne tangutica [Retusa Group] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer purple and white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Daphne tangutica [Retusa Group]
GROWING CONDITIONS for Daphne tangutica [Retusa Group]
USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
An old fashioned garden plant that should still be used today with dense, 3-4 ft mounds of 1" narrow green foliage with light pink flowers, mostly in spring but happily popping up at almost any other time of the year if temperatures are not freezing. As well, orangey-red berries are produced on happy plants, adding to its fall and winter interest. Like other Daphnes, free drainage, bright light to dappled shade, occasional summer water, though this one is pretty drought tolerant, and little soil disturbance. Cold hardy to USDA zone 6. Thymelaeaceae
An evergreen dwarf shrub reaching about 30" high and wide. The fragrant flowers are borne in terminal clusters of up to 10 or more. The charming blooms are purple-red outside and white within. Fleshy red fruit follow the blooms.
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
Gardening facts about Daphne tangutica [Retusa Group] plant