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Daphne cneorum

Family Thymelaeaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   5a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The broadleaf evergreen Daphne cneorum (garland flower) bears showy, light pink, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring. This plant is low trailing in form and has showy, matte, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container and ground cover.
Cautions Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.