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daphne plant for sale

Bring unforgettable fragrance and beauty to your garden with our daphne plant for sale selection. Daphne plants are cherished for their exquisitely scented blooms and glossy, evergreen foliage. Whether you're introducing an elegant specimen shrub or creating a fragrant walkway, we offer several gorgeous daphne varieties suited to New Zealand conditions. Explore our diverse range below and discover how easy it is to grow and enjoy these stunning shrubs in your home garden.

Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter'

Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter', commonly known as Pinatoro or the NZ Daphne plant, is a mat-forming, NZ native, ground cover plant. It has small, blue foliage which becomes adorned with fragrant, white flowers in spring and results in white berries. This evergreen typically grows to 10 cm tall and 50 cm wide.

Buy Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter'

From $19.95

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Groundcover Plants

Height: 10 cm

Spread: 50 cm

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Borders, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' plants in a cottage garden featuring orange flowers and lush green foliage.

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' (Hot Poker Plant)

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' is a variety of the commonly known Red Hot Poker, and is grown for its colourful flowers. Stems rise above the foliage through summer and autumn to bear showy clusters of flowers ranging in colour from orange, red, pink, yellow, and pastel.

Buy Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' (Hot Poker Plant)

From $20.63

Suited to regions: All regions

Plant type: Perennials

Height: 1.20 m

Spread: 60 cm

Flowering time: Summer, Autumn

Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind

Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Riparian

Why Choose a Daphne Plant?

Daphne plants are prized by gardeners for their intoxicating perfume, particularly in winter and early spring, when few others are in bloom. Their compact size makes them perfect for entrances, borders, and container gardening. Daphne plants are also relatively low-maintenance once established, thriving in a semi-shaded spot with well-drained soil. They're deer-resistant and a must-have for anyone who loves growing fragrant or shade-loving plants.

Explore Our Daphne Varieties

We have several daphne plant for sale options, each offering unique features:

Daphne odora (Winter Daphne): The classic evergreen daphne with clusters of intensely scented pinkish-white flowers. Ideal for brightening shady parts of your garden and delighting visitors with its unbeatable winter fragrance.
Daphne odora Cameo (Winter Daphne): This variety showcases blushing pink blooms and the same signature scent, on a neat, compact shrub. Perfect for small spaces or containers near outdoor living areas.
Daphne odora Aureomarginata (Daphne japonica Striata): Features distinctive green leaves edged with gold and bears the famous pink and white fragrant blossoms. A standout choice for foliage contrast and year-round garden appeal.
Daphne cneorum (Rose Daphne): Known for low-growing, carpeting form and vibrant pink, rose-scented flowers in late spring. Ideal for rock gardens, banks, or edging.
Daphne arbuscula (Rose Daphne): A rare alpine daphne, compact and rounded, well-suited to smaller gardens or rockeries, adorned in spring with masses of purple-pink blooms.

Tips for Growing Daphne in New Zealand

To get the best from your daphne plant for sale, ensure planting in a sheltered spot with morning sun or dappled shade. Daphnes dislike being disturbed, so choose their location carefully and avoid moving them after planting. Use free-draining, humus-rich soil and mulch annually to keep roots cool. While generally hardy, daphnes can be fussy about drainage, so raised beds or sloped sites are beneficial. Water regularly during dry spells, but don’t let the soil become soggy.

Shop Healthy Daphne Plants Locally

Browse our extensive online selection to find the ideal daphne plant for sale for your garden. Every plant is grown locally and carefully packaged to arrive at your door in great health. Whether you prefer the classic Daphne odora (Winter Daphne) or the vibrant Daphne cneorum (Rose Daphne), our range lets you enjoy captivating scent and long-lasting colour each year. Add a daphne to your garden today and experience one of nature’s most enchanting shrubs.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

daphne plant for sale

Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter'

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' (Hot Poker Plant)

Did you find what you are looking for?

Why Choose a Daphne Plant?

Explore Our Daphne Varieties

Tips for Growing Daphne in New Zealand

Shop Healthy Daphne Plants Locally

Contact us

Explore Garden Inspiration

daphne plant for sale

Pimelea prostrata 'Blue Peter'

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' (Hot Poker Plant)

Did you find what you are looking for?

Why Choose a Daphne Plant?

Explore Our Daphne Varieties

Tips for Growing Daphne in New Zealand

Shop Healthy Daphne Plants Locally

Contact us

Explore Garden Inspiration

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