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Daphne mezereum

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Daphne mezereum plant details

Daphne mezereum is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring purple and white flowers emerge followed by purple and yellow fruit. Attracts birds. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Daphne mezereum

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: thelypteridaceae, thymelaeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Daphne mezereum

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

February daphne (Daphne mezereum) is an upright deciduous shrub with mid green leaves. In late winter the naked stems are festooned with intoxicatingly fragrant magenta-purple flowers later turning into red berries. This is one of the hardiest of daphnes. 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. Do not move after planting due to sensitive roots.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This tough plant will grow even in very cold areas. Our plants came from Yakima, Washington for years, we have the first flowers at New Years and they last until mid February. This is one of the hardiest shrubs we grow in full sun to semi shade. Not long lived, but once established it will seed enough to always have a neat show each winter.

By: Gossler Farms

Late-winter flowering shrub of rounded outline growing slowly to 4'. Its delightful fragrance turns heads, and a cut sprig will brighten the mood in any office or home. Early summer, bright red berries add a second season of ornamental appeal. Prefers well-drained soil. These are relatively short seedlings, but well rooted. Pot them up early and grow them in a well-drained container mix to avoid root disease.

By: Heritage Seedlings

Small shrub with white or purple flowers which are very fragrant; followed by yellow or purple berries. Zone 4.

By: Whitman Farms

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Gardening facts about Daphne mezereum plant

How to Grow Daphne mezereum

Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- purple
Wildlife
- birds
Fruit
- yellow
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

7a-10b

Size

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Width: 3'-4'

mostly shade
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