daphne odora plant
The daphne odora plant is beloved among New Zealand gardeners for its exquisite winter blooms and intoxicating fragrance. This evergreen shrub makes a brilliant statement in gardens, courtyards, or patio containers, offering beauty and alluring scent at a time of year when most other plants are still asleep. Daphne odora is valued not only for floral display but for its hardiness, glossy dark leaves, and ease of care, making it an irresistible choice for those who appreciate both low-maintenance and high reward in their plant selections.
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.
- 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
