Daphne cneorum 'Major' — Compact, slow-growing

Overview

Daphne cneorum 'Major' is a compact, slow-growing shrubs in the genus Daphne, part of the Thymelaeaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen foliage. Daphne cneorum 'Major' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and containers.

About

Daphne cneorum 'Major' is a compact, slow-growing shrub within the Daphne genus, known for its evergreen or semi-evergreen foliage. This cultivar thrives best in partial shade with a sheltered aspect, favouring moist, free-draining loam soil of neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for borders, rock gardens, and containers. Flowering in spring and summer, it benefits from fertile, well-drained soil and can be propagated by semi-ripe cuttings, layering, or grafting.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Daphne

Sunlight: Partial shade
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist, free-draining
Aspect: East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Daphne cneorum 'Major' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Compact, slow-growing
Foliage: Evergreen, semi-evergreen
Suggested uses: Borders, rock gardens, containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Daphne cneorum 'Major'

Propagation: Semi-ripe cuttings, layering, grafting
Pest resistance: Aphids
Disease resistance: Honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot, fungal leaf spot, virus diseases