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Garland Daphne

Daphne Cneorum

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Overview

Daphne cneorum, commonly known as Garland Daphne, is a low-growing, evergreen shrub reaching up to 1 ft in height and spreading 2-3 ft wide. Appreciated for its fragrant pink blossoms blooming in spring, it thrives in well-drained, neutral to acidic soil under full or partial sun. Ideal for rock gardens and borders. Hardy to USDA zones 4-8, it requires minimal pruning and moderate moisture. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Type Ground cover
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Hardy to USDA zones 4-8, it requires minimal pruning and moderate moisture; requiring minimal winter protection, image 59
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Appreciated for its fragrant pink blossoms blooming in spring; as this plant is prone to root rot under soggyGarland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — It's important to avoid overwatering; typically around April to MayGarland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Typically reaching just 1 to 1.5 feet in height and spreading out 2 to 4 feet in widthGarland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — typically around April to MayGarland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — locate it in a spot that receives full sun to partial shade; pink flowers in the gardenGarland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — The leaves are small and narrow; it's important to avoid overwatering, image 66+83

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Mature width
3–5 Ft.

Classification

Type
Ground cover
Family
Thymelaeaceae

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Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Hardy to USDA zones 4-8, it requires minimal pruning and moderate moisture; requiring minimal winter protection, image 59
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Appreciated for its fragrant pink blossoms blooming in spring; as this plant is prone to root rot under soggy
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — It's important to avoid overwatering; typically around April to May
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Typically reaching just 1 to 1.5 feet in height and spreading out 2 to 4 feet in width
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — typically around April to May
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — locate it in a spot that receives full sun to partial shade; pink flowers in the garden
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — The leaves are small and narrow; it's important to avoid overwatering, image 66
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — The blossoms are tightly grouped and release an intoxicating scent that can enliven any garden space; much prized for its
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — The leaves are small and narrow
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Ideal for rock gardens and borders; the blossoms are tightly grouped and release an intoxicating scent that can, image 58
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — The Garland Daphne (Daphne cneorum) is a diminutive yet captivating evergreen shrub; avoid overwatering to, image 61
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot; commonly known as Garland Daphne
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — offering visual and olfactory pleasure for passersby; evergreen shrub reaching up to 1 ft in height and spreading 2-3 ft wide
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Ideal for rock gardens and borders; the blossoms are tightly grouped and release an intoxicating scent that can enliven any
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — much prized for its sensational fragrance and delicate blossoms; locate it in a spot that receives full sun to partial shade
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Typically reaching just 1 to 1.5 feet in height and spreading out 2 to 4 feet in width; it is also deer resistant, image 63
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — neutral to acidic soil under full or partial sun; ideal for rock gardens and borders
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Provide organic mulch to help keep the root zone cool and moist in the summer; the leaves are small and narrow
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — The Garland Daphne (Daphne cneorum) is a diminutive yet captivating evergreen shrub
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — as this plant is prone to root rot under soggy conditions.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 4 through 8; daphne cneorum can
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — pink flowers in the garden; the Garland Daphne (Daphne cneorum) is a diminutive yet captivating evergreen shrub
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot; commonly known as Garland Daphne, image 60
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — ground cover for half or shade
Garland Daphne (Daphne Cneorum) — It is also deer resistant; provide organic mulch to help keep the root zone cool and moist in the summer
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