daphne perfume

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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Looking for a shrub that delivers exquisite fragrance, gorgeous blooms, and year-round interest? Daphne Perfume Princess is a show-stopping addition to any New Zealand garden. Prized for its rich daphne perfume, this exceptional plant is celebrated for its early flowering, long-lasting scent, and impressive clusters of blush-pink flowers. Whether you’re planning a sensory garden or seeking a beautiful evergreen for your front entrance, Daphne Perfume Princess is your top choice for reliable, head-turning scent.

Daphne Perfume Princess (Perfume Princess Daphne)

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Perfume Princess Daphne

Daphne Perfume Princess produces masses of highly fragrant, blush-pink flowers from mid-winter through spring. It grows with a rounded shape and carries leathery, glossy, dark green leaves as it grows to 1 m tall and the same wide. Daphne Perfume Princess is commonly planted around outdoor living areas such as pools and the like, included in mixed and border plantings, maintained in a container, added to cottage gardens, or planted close to a window or door so the fragrance can fill the house.

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Daphne 'Perfume Princess' pink flowers and green foliage.

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, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, Tropical

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Why Choose Daphne Perfume Princess?

Daphne Perfume Princess stands out among daphnes for its extended flowering period and resilience. Its lush, green foliage provides a handsome backdrop all year, while in late winter and early spring, it sparkles with masses of pale pink blooms. These flowers are not only eye-catching, but they also fill the air with the beloved daphne perfume—one of the most recognisable and sought-after scents in the gardening world.

If you love the attributes of this variety and are curious about other daphnes, explore Daphne Perfume Princess White for its pure white blooms and subtle fragrance. For a classic winter garden treasure, consider Daphne Leucanthe (Winter Daphne Leucanthe) or Daphne odora (Winter Daphne).

Where to Plant Daphne Perfume Princess

Daphne Perfume Princess thrives in gardens across New Zealand. It’s well suited to planting near entrances, along paths, or in patio containers where its heady daphne perfume can be enjoyed up close. Choose a location with morning sun and afternoon shade, and make sure the soil is free-draining yet rich in organic matter. Good air circulation and shelter from harsh winds help keep your plant healthy and blooming.

For a layered, year-round display, pair with evergreen shrubs such as Griselinia 'Miharo', or add colour contrast with companions like Camellia Paradise Helen and Azalea 'Tangerine Pom Pom'.

Growing and Caring for Daphne Perfume Princess

One of the great joys of Daphne Perfume Princess is its relatively low-maintenance nature. Water regularly during establishment, then sparingly in established plants. A yearly feed with slow-release fertiliser in early spring keeps growth strong and flowering prolific. Prune lightly after flowering if needed, avoiding hard cuts that can stress established plants.

Looking to extend the daphne perfume season in your garden? Plant Daphne Eternal Fragrance (Eternal Fragrance Daphne), known for blooming from spring through autumn, or introduce Daphne odora Cameo (Winter Daphne) for variegated leaf interest.

Enhance Your Fragrant Shrub Collection

A garden alive with fragrance offers a unique sensory experience. Create layers of perfume throughout the year by mixing daphnes with other flowering shrubs like Abelia 'Edward Goucher' or the vibrantly hued Cestrum cultum (Purple Cestrum).

Experience the joy that Daphne Perfume Princess brings—both in beauty and in evocative daphne perfume. With thoughtful siting and a little care, this remarkable shrub will transform your garden for years to come.

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