<i>Daphne odora</i> | Winter Daphne
DESCRIPTION
Daphne odora is a lovely evergreen shrub from China and Japan, prized for its highly fragrant clusters of pink or white blooms that appear in late winter to early spring. The sweet, citrus-like scent of its flowers perfumes the air, while its dark green, leathery, lance-shaped leaves add year-round interest. Preferring partial shade to full sun and regular watering, especially during dry spells, Winter Daphne thrives in well-draining soil and sheltered spots protected from harsh winter winds. Minimal maintenance is needed once established, with pruning after flowering to shape the plant and remove dead or damaged branches. Attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, Winter Daphne is toxic if ingested, so it should be kept away from children and pets. Often grown as a specimen plant or in mixed borders, its compact size and attractive foliage also make it suitable for container gardening.
DESCRIPTION
Daphne odora is a lovely evergreen shrub from China and Japan, prized for its highly fragrant clusters of pink or white blooms that appear in late winter to early spring. The sweet, citrus-like scent of its flowers perfumes the air, while its dark green, leathery, lance-shaped leaves add year-round interest. Preferring partial shade to full sun and regular watering, especially during dry spells, Winter Daphne thrives in well-draining soil and sheltered spots protected from harsh winter winds. Minimal maintenance is needed once established, with pruning after flowering to shape the plant and remove dead or damaged branches. Attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, Winter Daphne is toxic if ingested, so it should be kept away from children and pets. Often grown as a specimen plant or in mixed borders, its compact size and attractive foliage also make it suitable for container gardening.
DESCRIPTION
Daphne odora is a lovely evergreen shrub from China and Japan, prized for its highly fragrant clusters of pink or white blooms that appear in late winter to early spring. The sweet, citrus-like scent of its flowers perfumes the air, while its dark green, leathery, lance-shaped leaves add year-round interest. Preferring partial shade to full sun and regular watering, especially during dry spells, Winter Daphne thrives in well-draining soil and sheltered spots protected from harsh winter winds. Minimal maintenance is needed once established, with pruning after flowering to shape the plant and remove dead or damaged branches. Attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, Winter Daphne is toxic if ingested, so it should be kept away from children and pets. Often grown as a specimen plant or in mixed borders, its compact size and attractive foliage also make it suitable for container gardening.
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Family: Thymelaeaceae
Height: 3 to 4 feet
Width: 2 to 4 feet
Foliage Color: Dark green, leathery leaves
Flower Color: Clusters of pink or white blooms
Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring
Light Requirements: Prefers partial shade to full sun
Water Requirements: Regular watering, especially during dry spells
Maintenance: Requires minimal maintenance once established
Growing Zone: USDA zones 7 to 9
Wildlife Attractors: The fragrant flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies
