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Daphne x houtteana 'Louis Van Houtte'
Also Known As
- Louis Van Houtte Daphne
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'
- W: 3"
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Daphne x houtteana 'Louis Van Houtte' plant details
Daphne x houtteana 'Louis Van Houtte' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green and purple foliage. In spring magenta and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Daphne x houtteana 'Louis Van Houtte'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: thelypteridaceae, thymelaeaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and purple
- Mature size: 3 IN wide, 3 FT tall
- Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, foundation plant, fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Daphne x houtteana 'Louis Van Houtte'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Daphne x houtteana 'Louis Van Houtte'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- purple
Flower Color
- purple
- magenta
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-5'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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