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Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata'

Also Known As

Daphne odorata 'Aureo-Marginata'
Variegated Winter Daphne

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 5'-6'

planting zones

7a-10a

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Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata' plant details

Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and winter purple and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: thelypteridaceae, thymelaeaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, winter interest, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata' is the variegated winter daphne that blooms in February and March with purple buds opening to white, lusciously fragrant flowers. Plant in part sun/part shade with morning or late afternoon sun (protect it from the hottest sun of the day) in rich, well-drained soil. Winter daphne should offer just the lift you need to get you through the end of winter and into the excitement of spring. Do not move after planting as the roots are sensitive to disturbance.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

To most people the best fragrance of any shrub. The small purple and white flowers appear in February - April and the scent can be noticed 20 feet away. Makes an evergreen shrub with golden margins on the foliage. Can be kept in a large container.

By: Gossler Farms

Fine evergreen shrub to 3’ tall spreading to 4’ wide with glossy leaves edged in shimmering gold…intoxicatingly fragrant late winter>early spring cream flowers opening from clusters of rose buds. Prefers well drained acid soil with plenty of organic matter, regular water and morning sun. This shrub welcomes spring with its perfume!

By: Secret Garden Growers

The Wonderful Pineberry is a type of strawberry known for its unique white skin and red seeds making the fruit more invisible to birds and pets that are typically attracted to red strawberries. Similar to a strawberry, they have the same planting and caring needs, but the hints of pineapple taste gives this plant it's name.

By: Noname Nursery

Very fragrant dark pink flowers spring, semi evergreen. Good drainage, all parts are poisonous Zones 7-9.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

Has leaves with creamy irregular margins and red-purple edged flowers with paler centers. Another very fragrant form growing into a fine spreading specimen.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Nothing gives more hope for the end of winter than the powerful fragrance of this Daphne. Shiny green and yellow leaves with pink and white flowers. Evergreen 4' x 4'

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Intensely fragrant, reddish-purple blossoms appear from midwinter through early spring on this attractive shrub. The evergreen foliage is thick, dark green, glossy, and rimmed with creamy yellow. Prefers partial shade. AGM Winner.

By: Briggs Plant Propagators

Very fragrant pink-flushed white flowers.

By: Thompson's Nursery

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Photo of Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata' flower, foliage by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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By: Karl Gercens III

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Gardening facts about Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata' plant

How to Grow Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- white
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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