Daphne x transatlantica ‘Pink Fragrance’

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Key characteristics

Family: Thymelaeaceae
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Width: 2 to 3 feet
Flower color: Pale pink
Foliage color: Dark green
Bloom time: Spring to fall, sporadic blooming in winter in milder climates
Light: Partial shade
Water: Medium; prefers well-draining soil, moderate watering
Maintenance: Low; prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
Growing zone: USDA zones 6 to 9
Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies with its fragrant flowers

Shrubs

Daphne x transatlantica ‘Pink Fragrance’

Pink Fragrance Daphne

Daphne x transatlantica 'Pink Fragrance' is a charming and versatile evergreen shrub that offers year-round interest in the garden. It features a dense, compact growth habit, making it ideal for smaller gardens, borders, or as a container plant. From spring through fall, and sometimes even in winter in milder climates, 'Pink Fragrance' bears clusters of small, star-shaped flowers. These blooms are a delicate shade of pale pink, which contrasts beautifully against the dark green foliage.

Light

Partial shade

Water

Medium; prefers well-draining soil, moderate watering

Bloom time

Spring to fall, sporadic blooming in winter in milder climates

Find this plant

Works well in

Shade Gardens
Fragrant Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Paths & Walkways

Companion plants

Holly · Daisy bush · Tulips · Pineapple lily · Salvias · Rose campion

Design tip

The unusually long flowering season makes this daphne especially useful where a small planting needs sustained color rather than a brief spring display. Near a patio or window, its pale pink flowers remain easy to enjoy while their strong fragrance can drift into frequently used spaces.

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