Overview
Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' is a bushy shrub in the genus Daphne, part of the Thymelaeaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 2.0 m tall. Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates loamy and clay soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, rock garden and flower borders and beds. It is native to Himalayas, Nepal, southern China and northwestern Vietnam.
About
Daphne bholua is a species of flowering shrub in the genus Daphne of the family Thymelaeaceae. It grows at altitudes of 1,700–3,500 m (5,577–11,483 ft) in the Himalayas and neighbouring mountain ranges, from Nepal to southern China and northwestern Vietnam.
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About the genus
Daphne is a genus of between 70 and 95 species of deciduous and evergreen shrubs in the family Thymelaeaceae, native to Asia, Europe and north Africa. They are noted for their scented flowers and often brightly coloured berries. Two species are used to make paper.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Daphne
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Full shade
- Soil type
- Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 2.0 m
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Rock garden, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- Himalayas, Nepal, southern China, northwestern Vietnam
- Fragrance
- Fragrant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty'
- Propagation
- Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, grafting in winter
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot, Fungal leaf spot, Virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty'?
Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' prefers full sun and full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' need?
Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' grows best in loamy and clay soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How big does Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' grow?
Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' reaches a height of 2.0 m.
Is Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' hardy in the UK?
Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty' 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 Daphne bholua 'Spring Beauty'?
Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, grafting in winter.
