Daphne x Transatlantica Summer Ice, 1L
£20.00
notes
Daphne transatlantica Summer Ice is a slow growing, bushy, semi-evergreen shrub with glossy foliage. Variegated leaves are grey green in colour with a marvellous creamy margin. It produces pretty, almost exotic looking, pink-flushed white flowers with a marvellous scent, which enliven the border from early in spring, all the way through to autumn.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 1L
- Height and Spread: 150cm (4ft 11in) x 150cm (4ft 11in)
Features
notes
Daphne transatlantica Summer Ice is a slow growing, bushy, semi-evergreen shrub with glossy foliage. Variegated leaves are grey green in colour with a marvellous creamy margin. It produces pretty, almost exotic looking, pink-flushed white flowers with a marvellous scent, which enliven the border from early in spring, all the way through to autumn.
Insights
This is a low maintenance plant, which does not require pruning. Plant this Daphne in a sheltered spot by the door or gate where you will pass by often and linger awhile for the pure joy of the scent. Unsurprisingly, this compact shrub also attracts bees and other native pollinators.
Details
- Flowers: April - October
Planting
- Moist, well-drained soil
- Full sun, partial shade
- South, East or West aspects
- Sheltered
Care
- Does not tolerate drought or water logging
- Does best in the ground rather than a container
- Shelter from cold, drying winds
- Toxic if ingested, can irritate skin
- Avoid root disturbance
Glossary
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