Daphne x hendersonii 'Fritz Kummert' (Henderson's daphne 'Fritz Kummert') — Compact, slow-growing

Overview

Daphne x hendersonii 'Fritz Kummert' is a compact, slow-growing shrubs in the genus Daphne, part of the Thymelaeaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen foliage. Daphne x hendersonii 'Fritz Kummert' 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 x hendersonii 'Fritz Kummert' (Henderson's daphne) is a compact, slow-growing shrub within the Daphne genus, known for its evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a sheltered aspect, favouring fertile, well-drained loam soil that is moist and neutral in pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and is best suited to east, south, or west-facing positions. 'Fritz Kummert' is valued for its spring and summer interest, making it suitable for borders, rock gardens, and containers.

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 x hendersonii 'Fritz Kummert' 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 x hendersonii 'Fritz Kummert'

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