Daphne odora 'Leucanthe'

fragrant daphne or winter daphne

Family	Thymelaeaceae
Plant Type	broadleaf evergreen
Zone	USDA: 7a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H3 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level
Height	0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread	0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Light	light shade to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam to sandy
Soil pH	neutral

Description	The broadleaf evergreen Daphne odora 'Leucanthe' (fragrant daphne) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid winter to early spring. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Daphne odora 'Leucanthe' (fragrant daphne) has smooth bark.
Typical Uses	Alpine or rock garden, border, container and foundation.