Perfume Princess® Daphne
Daphne x 'DapJur01' PP #27,662
SKU
09611
The earliest, longest flowering of daphnes with better sun and heat tolerance. The profusion of very large flower clusters with deep pink buds open in progression to blush pink, highly fragrant blooms with soft citrus undertones and age to white. The upright form with gently arching foliage is ideal near a window, entryway, or pathway. Evergreen.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | DAF-nay |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 4 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Mid-Winter to Spring |
| Design Ideas | This attractive and versatile evergreen shrub with upright and slightly spreading habit is perfect for foundation planting. Position in the garden near a window, doorway or path, where the sweet scent will add fragrance to home and garden from winter to late spring. If planting space is minimal, feature in a decorative pot for cool-season enjoyment. Consider pairing containers of spring bulbs and summer flowering perennials, placed to the foreground to create a mixed container display for season-long color. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Easy Care |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Allow soil to dry slightly before watering. |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Azalea (Azalea); Astilbe (Astilbe); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Camellia (Camellia) |
Provide enriched, neutral to slightly acidic, very well-drained soil; avoid heavy, wet, poorly drained sites. Add compost to improve drainage or plant in raised beds. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply fertilizer after flowering.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 7-9
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