Daphne odora ‘Aureomarginata’

Daphne odora 'Aureomarginata' is the variegated winter daphne that blooms in February and March with purple buds opening to white, lusciously fragrant flowers.

Daphne odora ‘Aureomarginata’ is the variegated winter daphne that blooms in February and March with purple buds opening to white, lusciously fragrant flowers. Plant in part sun/part shade with morning or late afternoon sun (protect it from the hottest sun of the day) in rich, well-drained soil. Winter daphne should offer just the lift you need to get you through the end of winter and into the excitement of spring. Do not move after planting as the roots are sensitive to disturbance.

Common Name:  Winter Daphne

Family:  Thymelaeaceae (The Daphne Family)

Zone Hardiness:  7-10

Light:  Part Shade, Part Sun

Height:  2-4'

Width:  3-5'

Primary Bloom Colour:  Pink

Secondary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Foliage Colour:  Variegated - Gold

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Shrub

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Soil Moisture:  Average

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Fragrance:  Yes

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Benefits:  Bees Hummingbirds

Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  In the shade of upland trees around 1000m.

Award:  GPP AGM

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