Daphne odora ‘Mae-Jima’

'Mae-Jima' is an extra variegated version of Daphne odora ‘Aureomarginata’ with much broader yellow margins.

‘Mae-Jima’ is an extra variegated version of Daphne ordora ‘Aureomarginata’ with much broader yellow margins. It blooms in February and March with purple-pink 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 due to sensitive roots.

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

Class:  Evergreen

Type:  Shrub

Bloom Time:  Late Winter

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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