Daphne odora ‘Maejima’ | Maejima Variegated Winter Daphne
DESCRIPTION
Daphne odora 'Maejima' is a compact evergreen shrub with a rounded growth habit, prized for its fragrant flowers and variegated foliage. It boasts glossy dark green leaves edged with creamy-yellow margins, adding year-round interest to the garden. In late winter to early spring, clusters of intensely fragrant, pale pink to white blooms adorn the plant, filling the air with a sweet, citrusy scent. Thriving in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun, 'Maejima' is ideal for mixed borders, woodland gardens, or as a focal point. It also makes an excellent choice for containers or as a specimen plant near patios and entryways, where its fragrance can be enjoyed. Note that the plant is toxic if ingested.
DESCRIPTION
Daphne odora 'Maejima' is a compact evergreen shrub with a rounded growth habit, prized for its fragrant flowers and variegated foliage. It boasts glossy dark green leaves edged with creamy-yellow margins, adding year-round interest to the garden. In late winter to early spring, clusters of intensely fragrant, pale pink to white blooms adorn the plant, filling the air with a sweet, citrusy scent. Thriving in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun, 'Maejima' is ideal for mixed borders, woodland gardens, or as a focal point. It also makes an excellent choice for containers or as a specimen plant near patios and entryways, where its fragrance can be enjoyed. Note that the plant is toxic if ingested.
DESCRIPTION
Daphne odora 'Maejima' is a compact evergreen shrub with a rounded growth habit, prized for its fragrant flowers and variegated foliage. It boasts glossy dark green leaves edged with creamy-yellow margins, adding year-round interest to the garden. In late winter to early spring, clusters of intensely fragrant, pale pink to white blooms adorn the plant, filling the air with a sweet, citrusy scent. Thriving in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun, 'Maejima' is ideal for mixed borders, woodland gardens, or as a focal point. It also makes an excellent choice for containers or as a specimen plant near patios and entryways, where its fragrance can be enjoyed. Note that the plant is toxic if ingested.
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Family: Thymelaeaceae
Height: 2 to 4 feet
Width: 2 to 4 feet
Foliage color: Dark green with creamy-yellow margins (variegated)
Flower color: Pale pink to white
Bloom time: Late winter to early spring
Light requirements: Partial shade to full sun
Water requirements: Regular
Maintenance: Low
Growing zone: 7 to 9
Wildlife attractors: May attract pollinators
