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Welcome to your New Zealand home for the exquisite Daphne odora. If you’re looking to buy Daphne odora, you’re in for a treat—this sought-after evergreen shrub is loved for its heavenly fragrance and gorgeous winter blooms. Known as Winter Daphne, Daphne odora produces clusters of intensly-scented, blush-pink to white flowers that open in late winter and early spring, filling your garden or entryway with an intoxicating perfume. With their glossy green leaves and compact habit, Daphne odora are both beautiful and practical, making them a favourite among Kiwi gardeners.

Daphne odora (Winter Daphne)

Winter Daphne, Fragrant Daphne, Spurge Laurel

Daphne odora (Fragrant Daphne) is a highly prized evergreen shrub known for its intensely fragrant pink and white flowers that appear in winter and early spring. It brings both scent and colour to New Zealand gardens when little else is flowering. With its glossy foliage and compact habit, it is ideal for feature planting near entrances, pathways, or outdoor living areas.

Daphne odora green foliage and pink flowers.
  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Shrubs
  • Height:
    1.00 m
  • Spread:
    1.00 m
  • Flowering time:
    Spring, Winter
  • Garden uses:
    Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
  • Garden styles:
    Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, Tropical
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Why Buy Daphne Odora for Your Garden?

Daphne odora is treasured not only for its breathtaking scent but also for its ability to brighten up the winter garden. They thrive in sheltered, partly shaded positions with well-drained soil—perfect for New Zealand conditions. When you buy Daphne odora, you’re bringing in a plant that requires minimal care, offers year-round structure, and rewards you with some of the most delightful winter flowers. Their aromatic blooms are a wonderful way to signal the turning of the seasons.

Find the Perfect Daphne for Your Space

Seeking something a little different? Explore our range of Daphne varieties. The Daphne Perfume Princess (Perfume Princess Daphne) is renowned for its exceptionally large, long-lasting blooms and powerful fragrance, making it a knockout feature in any garden. For a refined, elegant twist, consider the Daphne Perfume Princess White, which offers pure white blooms with the same intense scent.

Alternatively, Daphne Leucanthe (Winter Daphne Leucanthe) is another exceptional, winter-blooming variety boasting pale, blush-coloured flowers. If you have a smaller garden or prefer a compact selection, Daphne odora Cameo (Winter Daphne) is ideal, producing delicate flowers on a neat, manageable shrub. For all-season performance, Daphne Eternal Fragrance (Eternal Fragrance Daphne) blooms over an extended period, giving you scent and beauty well beyond winter.

Beautiful Companions for Your Daphne Odora

To really make your Daphne odora stand out, pair it with other striking shrubs. Photinia Red Devil (Red Robin) adds vibrant bursts of red foliage, while Camellia 'Anticipation' brings lush, camellia blooms in bold hues. If you want texture and colour, Leucadendron Amy and Rhododendron Pawhuska are excellent choices. Mix with structural natives, or add the sun-loving Grevillea Knockout (Knockout Grevillea) for endless garden interest.

How to Care for Your Daphne Odora

When you buy Daphne odora, remember to plant in humus-rich, well-drained soil, in part shade and away from harsh afternoon sun. Keep roots cool with a light mulch, and avoid disturbing them once established. Water during dry spells and feed with a gentle, balanced fertiliser for best results.

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