Daphne oleoides glandulosa — Bushy

Overview

Daphne oleoides glandulosa is a bushy shrubs in the genus Daphne, part of the Thymelaeaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Daphne oleoides glandulosa grows best in full shade, full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, gravel garden, cottage and informal garden and rock garden.

About

Daphne oleoides glandulosa is an evergreen, bushy shrub cultivar within the Daphne genus, known for its small, often highly aromatic tubular flowers with four lobes. It thrives in a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is well-drained and neutral in pH. Suitable for sheltered locations, it can grow in full sun, partial shade, or full shade, making it versatile for city and courtyard gardens, gravel gardens, cottage and informal gardens, and rock gardens. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H5 and is best propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Daphne

Sunlight: Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Daphne oleoides glandulosa size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Gravel garden, Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Daphne oleoides glandulosa

Propagation: Propagate by seed in containters in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Greenwood cuttings from spring to early summer and semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Layering from late spring to early summer
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), phytophthora root rot, fungal leaf spot and virus diseases

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Daphne oleoides glandulosa?

Daphne oleoides glandulosa prefers full shade, full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Daphne oleoides glandulosa need?

Daphne oleoides glandulosa is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Daphne oleoides glandulosa hardy in the UK?

Daphne oleoides glandulosa 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 oleoides glandulosa?

Propagate by seed in containters in a cold frame as soon as ripe. Greenwood cuttings from spring to early summer and semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Layering from late spring to early summer.

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