Overview
Brachyloma daphnoides is a plant with a compact shrub habit in the genus Brachyloma, part of the Ericaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Brachyloma daphnoides grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and acid pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ornamental shrub.
About
Brachyloma daphnoides, commonly known as daphne heath, is a compact evergreen shrub belonging to the Ericaceae family. It thrives best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil that is acidic. This hardy plant, rated H5 for UK conditions, is valued as an ornamental shrub with interest in both spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through seed or cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Brachyloma
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Brachyloma daphnoides size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Compact shrub
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Ornamental shrub
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Brachyloma daphnoides
- Propagation
- Seed, cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Resistant
- Disease resistance
- Resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Brachyloma daphnoides?
Brachyloma daphnoides prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Brachyloma daphnoides need?
Brachyloma daphnoides grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Brachyloma daphnoides hardy in the UK?
Brachyloma daphnoides has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Brachyloma daphnoides?
Seed, cuttings.