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Daphne mezereum

Daphne mezereum

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DaphneShrub, DeciduousFamily: Thymelaeaceae

Height: 1.5mSpread: 1.5m
Hardy

Attractive to wildlife
Scented flowers

Flower colour:

Pink

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Middle

Soil

Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Sometimes called the February Daphne because of its welcome early flowering habit, Daphne mezereum is a shade-loving woodland plant that will also tolerate full sun provided its roots never dry out. It bears dense clusters of pink, lilac and violet flowers on bare stems in late winter, which begin to fade as the young foliage appears. It's perfect for growing near paths and doorways where the sweet fragrance of its blooms can be fully enjoyed early in the year, and it makes a delightful cut flower.

Grow Daphne mezereum in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. All parts of the plant are poisonous, but especially the vivid scarlet berries.

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Daphne ‘Mezereum’ and wildlife

Daphne ‘Mezereum’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Daphne ‘Mezereum’ poisonous?

Daphne ‘Mezereum’ causes an upset stomach, irritates skin and is harmful if ingested.

Toxic to:

Is known to attract Cats

Cats

Is known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is known to attract Horses

Horses

Is known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is known to attract People

People

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds