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Spurge Laurel

Daphne Laureola

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Overview

Spurge Laurel (Daphne laureola) is an evergreen shrub, growing to 3-4 feet high with a similar spread. Prized for its glossy green leaves and fragrant, greenish-yellow flowers blooming in late winter to early spring, this plant thrives in part to full shade. Caution: all parts are toxic if ingested; skin contact may cause irritation. Suitable for understory settings and shaded areas in USDA zones 7-9.

Sun HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10Type Shrub
Spurge Laurel (Daphne Laureola) — Caution: all parts are toxic if ingested; skin contact may cause irritation

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
2–3 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Thymelaeaceae

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Daphne Laureola
Daphne Laureola

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