Daphne mezereum
Common Name: February daphne
Type: Deciduous shrub Family: Thymelaeaceae Hardiness Zone: 5-8 Sunlight: Full sun to semi-shade Exposure: Exposed or sheltered Soil: Moderately fertile, humus-rich Moisture: Well drained is important, even moisture Plant Height x Width: 4' x 3' Leaf: Dark-green leaves 3-5" long are arranged spirally up stem Flower: Fragrant reddish-purple flowers in stalkless clusters of 2-4 Bloom Time: Feb to Apr, before leaves Bloom Size: Medium Maintenance: Mulch plant to keep roots cool, transplant when young or when plant is in small pots Landscape use: Borders, could be informal hedge Pest and Disease: Can be prone to several diseases Native Range: Europe to Central Asia Planting Instructions: Only transplant when young if you have to Propagation: Seed, root cuttings, greenwood cuttings, semi-ripe cuttings |