Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne)

Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) plant with white flower clusters covering many slender green branches.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) densely covered in white flowers along thin green leafy branches.

Botanical name: Daphne sp.

Common name: Winter Daphne

Family: Thymelaeaceae

Origin: China

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 6-9

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Toxic or PoisonousIrritating or toxic: Toxic plant/plant part
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant

The Winter Daphne (Daphne sp.) is an evergreen, slow-growing shrub native to China that grows between 2-5 feet on average. Its foliage is usually lance-shaped, with deep green and cream-colored margins. During winter, clusters of sweet-smelling flowers emerge in shades of pink. The Daphne also produces occasional off-white and white flowers. This plant enjoys full sun, but can also tolerate semi-shade. Winter Daphne plant care calls for moderate water, making them well-suited to low-water garden styles. However, to avoid problems with root rot, it is advised to water this shrub deeply but infrequently.

Winter Daphne can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. When growing this plant in cold regions, it is best to grow it in a container, as it can be easily brought inside in the winter. The container must also have access to full sun and ample drainage. It is also important to reduce watering in the winter to avoid root rot. This evergreen shrub can also be pruned in the late winter, and pruning should be done properly in order to preserve the natural shape of the shrub. Finally, it is important to note that the Winter Daphne plant is toxic if ingested and so should be kept away from animals and young children.


Image gallery: 28 images
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with clusters of pale pink flowers and variegated green leaves
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) showing small pink flower clusters nestled among narrow green variegated foliage.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with pale pink flower clusters and small green leaves throughout branches.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) branches covered in pale pink flowers and small smooth green leaves.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) purple flowers along dark green foliage on a vertical plant
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with purple flowers growing against a stone wall near stone paths.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with clusters of pink flowers and narrow green plant leaves
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) showing many pink flower clusters amidst dense narrow green foliage.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with lime-green flower clusters on a woody branch close up.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) stems carry narrow, thick foliage and clusters of unique lime-green flower.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) purple flower close up on a slender woody stem branch.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with clusters of delicate purple flower buds along a thin stem.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with pale purple flowers on a close up woody branch
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) branches covered in clusters of small pale purple tubular shaped flowers.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) pink flower close up on a slender brown woody plant branch.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with small pink flower clusters emerging from a woody branch.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with white flower clusters in a dense close up.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) dense white flower clusters sitting among thick dark green leaves.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) pink flower clusters with thin green leaves on woody stems.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with small pink flower clusters nestled among narrow deep green leaves.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with yellow flower, close up of lush green leaves, wet foliage.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) yellow flower clusters nestled among narrow green leaves with water droplets.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) plant with green and yellow variegated narrow leaves in top view.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with green and yellow variegated leaves growing near the dark soil.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with lime-green flower cluster in a close up photo.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) showing a dense cluster of lime-green flowers among smooth glossy leaves.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) white flower close up on green shrub branches for landscape
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) white flower clusters nestled among dense, glossy, green pointed leaves.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) pink flower cluster close up on green leaves
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with pale pink flower clusters emerging from dense green foliage.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) pink flower on thin woody plant stems in open ground
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with small light pink flower clusters growing on slender woody stems.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with pale pink flower and green variegated leaves, close up.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with clusters of pale pink flower surrounded by green variegated foliage.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) white flower close up showing waxy petals and green foliage leaves
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) white flower cluster with waxy petals emerging near deep green foliage leaves.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) pink flower clusters emerging from dense green woody branch stems
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with small pink flower clusters nestled among narrow dark green leaves
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) yellow flower clusters on green leaves close up branch view
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with clusters of yellow star-shaped flowers and thick green waxy leaves
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) yellow flower clusters and narrow green leaves on the plant
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with yellow flower clusters nestled among narrow green leaves after rain
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with pink flowers and dense green leaves in close up
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with clusters of pink flowers nestled among narrow green foliage.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) plant with pink flower clusters and thick dark green leaves
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with clusters of pink flowers mixed among various green leaves.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) white flower close up on a dense and leafy woody plant.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with clusters of white flowers against narrow green, pointed, smooth leaves.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with white flowers and green leaves in a close up.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) dense clusters of small white flowers nestled among deep green leaves.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) pink flower clusters nestled among narrow pointed green leaves on branches
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with small pink flower clusters emerging from dense oval green foliage
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) pink flower cluster close up with green leaves on a stem
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with clusters of pink flowers and narrow green leaves on branches
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) pink flower cluster with green variegated leaves, close up.
Daphne sp. (Winter Daphne) with pale pink flower clusters and dark green leaves with yellow margins.


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