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February Daphne

Daphne Mezereum

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Overview

February Daphne (Daphne mezereum), a deciduous shrub, blossoms early spring before leaf emergence, displaying fragrant, pink to purple blooms. Reaching up to 4ft in height and spread, it thrives in partial shade with well-drained soil. Caution: all parts are toxic upon ingestion. Post-bloom, it bears red berries, attractive yet poisonous. Ideal for accentuating woodland gardens or shaded borders. Hardiness zones 4-7, optimal in moderate climates.

Sun HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10Type Shrub
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — Hardiness zones 4-7, optimal in moderate climates

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Thymelaeaceae

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February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — Moderate watering is necessary
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — Hardiness zones 4-7, optimal in moderate climates; consider its use as a specimen plant or in a mixed shrub, image 85
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — it's also ideal for planting near patios and walkways where its scent can be appreciated; measuring up to 3, image 73
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — often before the leaves unfurl; reaching up to 4ft in height and spread, it thrives in partial shade with, image 64
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — Reaching up to 4ft in height and spread, it thrives in partial shade with well-drained soil; it should be positioned in
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — blossoms early spring before leaf emergence; which emerge in late winter to early spring
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — consider its use as a specimen plant or in a mixed shrub border for early seasonal interest; hardiness zones, image 98
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — pink flowers in the garden; is a deciduous shrub prized for its early bloom and richly fragrant flowers, image 76
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — which emerge in late winter to early spring; caution is advised due to its toxic nature, image 63
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — This delightful floral display is followed by the appearance of its foliage
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — blossoms early spring before leaf emergence; which emerge in late winter to early spring, image 54
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — so it should be situated away from areas frequented by pets and children
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — February Daphne (Daphne mezereum); caution: all parts are toxic upon ingestion, image 79
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — shrub for half; so it should be situated away from areas frequented by pets and children, image 104
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — Reaching up to 4ft in height and spread, it thrives in partial shade with well-drained soil
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — <br><br>A standout feature of Daphne mezereum is its profusion of pink to light purple flowers; the plant bears attractive
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — measuring up to 3 inches long
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — This delightful floral display is followed by the appearance of its foliage; <br><br>A standout feature of Daphne mezereum
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — Post-bloom, it bears red berries, attractive yet poisonous; ideal for accentuating woodland gardens or shaded, image 83
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — it's also ideal for planting near patios and walkways where its scent can be appreciated
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — bright red berries.<br><br>For optimum growth; post-bloom, it bears red berries, attractive yet poisonous, image 94
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — It should be positioned in partial shade to full sun, bearing in mind that too much heat can be detrimental
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — blossoms early spring before leaf emergence
February Daphne (Daphne Mezereum) — <br><br>A standout feature of Daphne mezereum is its profusion of pink to light purple flowers; the plant bears, image 88
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