Daphne — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Daphne odora |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 60–90 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 12.8–18.3 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 365–730 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 91.4–121.9 |
| Mature height (cm) | 91.4–121.9 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 91.4–121.9 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 7–9 |
| Light | Partial sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Sowing method | Cutting |
Growing directions
Plant in sharply drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade and choose the site carefully — winter daphne resents transplanting and should be considered permanent once established. The intensely sweet fragrance of its pink-purple flower clusters from late winter to early spring is one of the most powerful and pleasant in the garden and can perfume the air for 20 feet or more. Excellent drainage is the single most critical cultural requirement; root rot in wet soil kills plants quickly and without warning, a phenomenon so common that gardeners joke that daphne 'dies for no reason.' Keep well-watered during dry spells in summer. All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested — handle with care and wash hands after pruning.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0