Winter Daphne
Few people would disagree if you were to tell them that winter daphne has one of the most beautiful and welcomed fragrances in the plant world. In addition to this, it is typically an easily-maintained evergreen shrub with attractive green and yellow variegated foliage on a plant to four feel tall. It requires little pruning or maintenance. Place it in the garden where its fragrance can be best appreciated.
Daphne odora 'Marginata' ('Aureo-marginata')
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf texture : Leathery
Leaf length : 3"
Leaf width : 1/2 -1"
Leaf shape : Oval to inversely lance-shaped
Leaf color : Variegated - green with yellow margins
Flower Characteristics
Flower fragrance : Yes
Flower width : 1/2"
Flower shape : Tubular
Flower color : White
Plant Anatomy
Foliage growth cycle : Evergreen
Average size maturity width : 3-4 ft.
Average size maturity height : 3-4 ft.
Growth rate : Moderate
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : 0 to 5 F( Z7a)
Sunset zone : 4-10, 12, 14-24
Water requirements : Moderate
Light exposure : Partial Sun
Landscape Attributes
Attractive bark :Yes