Daphne koreana — Compact, slow-growing

Overview

Daphne koreana is a compact, slow-growing shrubs in the genus Daphne, part of the Thymelaeaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen foliage. Daphne koreana 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 koreana is a compact, slow-growing shrub within the Daphne genus, known for its evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage. It thrives best in partial shade and prefers sheltered positions with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H5 and is suitable for borders, rock gardens, or containers. Flowering in spring and summer, it produces small, often aromatic tubular flowers typical of the genus, followed by vibrant berries.

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 koreana 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 koreana

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