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Daphne genkwa

Also Known As

Lilac Daphne

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Daphne genkwa plant details

Daphne genkwa is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Daphne genkwa

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: thelypteridaceae, thymelaeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Daphne genkwa

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cheerful lavender flowers bloom in the early spring before leaves appear. Upright stems when the plant is young mature to a graceful arching form.

By: Garden World

This deciduous daphne is a sparsely branched shrub with a somewhat peculiar growth habit. It produces long, wiry, leafless growths in summer that the next spring will be covered in clusters of delicate, long-tubed, lilac-pink flowers at every node. Beautiful though not much fragrance. After flowering these branches will produce leaves for the first time. Plant in a sheltered location in sun with good drainage and rich soil. Do not move after planting.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

A deciduous shrub with gray stems that will be covered with lilac flowers. The "lilac daphne" will bloom before the foliage in April. A striking plant for its early blooms.

By: Gossler Farms

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Gardening facts about Daphne genkwa plant

How to Grow Daphne genkwa

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- purple
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-4'

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