Daphne 'Leila Haines' — Compact, slow-growing

Overview

Daphne 'Leila Haines' is a compact, slow-growing shrubs in the genus Daphne, part of the Thymelaeaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen foliage. Daphne 'Leila Haines' 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 'Leila Haines' is a compact, slow-growing shrub cultivar within the Daphne genus, known for its evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a preference for east, south, or west-facing aspects in sheltered locations. It grows best in fertile, well-drained loam soil that is neutral in pH and maintains moisture without waterlogging. Flowering in spring and summer, it fits well in borders, rock gardens, or containers, reflecting the genus's characteristic small, aromatic tubular flowers and vibrant berries. It is hardy to UK zone H5 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 'Leila Haines' 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 'Leila Haines'

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