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Daphne acutiloba

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-8'
  • W: 4'-8'

planting zones

  • 7b-9b

Daphne acutiloba plant details

Daphne acutiloba is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Daphne acutiloba

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: thelypteridaceae, thymelaeaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Daphne acutiloba

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The long, glossy, leathery leaves of this handsome 5' shrub are topped by clusters of sometimes scented white summer flowers, followed by large bright scarlet fruits. S-PSh/M/GDr (not dry)

Gardening facts about Daphne acutiloba plant

How to Grow Daphne acutiloba

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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