A striking deciduous shrub prized for its intensely fragrant pink-red flowers that appear on bare stems in late winter to early spring. It brings early colour and scent to the garden at a time when little else is in bloom. Best suited to sheltered positions where its fragrance can be enjoyed up close.

Quick Facts

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: February to March
• Height and spread: Around 1.2–1.5m tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub

This is a deciduous shrub, losing its leaves in autumn before producing fresh growth in spring. Appearance will vary depending on the season when ordered. Please plant as normal.

Daphne mezereum Rubra 5L (70-80cm)

A striking deciduous shrub prized for its intensely fragrant pink-red flowers that appear on bare stems in late winter to early spring. It brings early colour and scent to the garden at a time when little else is in bloom. Best suited to sheltered positions where its fragrance can be enjoyed up close.

Quick Facts

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: February to March
• Height and spread: Around 1.2–1.5m tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub

This is a deciduous shrub, losing its leaves in autumn before producing fresh growth in spring. Appearance will vary depending on the season when ordered. Please plant as normal.

Common Questions

• Is this very fragrant?
Yes, it’s one of the most strongly scented garden shrubs.

• Does it like being moved?
No, it prefers to be planted and left undisturbed.

• Is it suitable for containers?
Only short term, it performs best in the ground.

Planting Ideas

Lovely with Hellebores, Snowdrops and early Bulbs.

More Information

Plant in fertile, well drained soil and avoid disturbance once established. Water well in dry spells during the first year.

This plant is considered toxic if ingested by humans or pets. If a toxicity warning is not shown on a plant listing, this does not automatically mean the plant is safe. Always take care when planting where children or animals may chew foliage. 

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Quick Facts

Sunlight:

Full sun

Soil:

Well drained soil, Poor soil

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