Daphne mezereum
February Daphne
Description
4' shrub with fragrant, deep purple flowers in early spring. Long lived and deciduous. Showy red fruit is poisonous. Full sun, well-drained soil.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Spring, Summer
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Poisonous
Design Styles
English Cottage, Ranch, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Patio, Walkways
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.
Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.