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evergreen daphne plant

The evergreen daphne plant is a sought-after gem for New Zealand gardeners, admired for its graceful, glossy green foliage and intoxicating fragrance. As an evergreen shrub, daphne remains vibrant year-round, bringing beauty, structure, and sweet-scented blooms to your garden no matter the season. If you’re looking for a shrub that thrives in sheltered, semi-shaded spots and offers both visual and olfactory delight, the evergreen daphne plant is a perfect choice.

Disphyma australe pink flowers and fleshy, green leaves.

Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

Disphyma australe, commonly known as NZ Ice Plant, is a hardy and attractive groundcover valued for its fleshy, bright green foliage and striking purple daisy like flowers in summer. This NZ native succulent thrives in dry, coastal, and sandy environments, providing year round colour and reliable performance.

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From $19.50

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Succulents

Height: 20 cm

Spread: 50 cm

Flowering time: Summer

Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas

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

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured leaves and grows compactly to about 50 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Stromanthe Triostar makes for a wonderful office and house plant and is great for bringing colour and joy to a space.

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From $33.05

Suited to regions: Subtropical

Plant type: Indoor Plants

Height: 50 cm

Spread: 40 cm

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical

Why Choose an Evergreen Daphne Plant?

With its stunning clusters of perfumed flowers, the evergreen daphne plant is a popular favourite for borders, entrances, patios, and shaded garden nooks. Featuring lush green leaves and a compact growth habit, it delivers colour and freshness through winter and early spring when your garden needs it most. The blooms of many evergreen daphnes burst forth in pink or white, filling the air with rich, heady fragrance that has made daphne one of New Zealand’s most beloved garden shrubs.

Evergreen Daphne Varieties for New Zealand Gardens

There are several beautiful types of evergreen daphne to consider for your landscape. Among these are the renowned Daphne odora Marginata (Variegated Fragrant Daphne), known for its cream-edged leaves and clusters of highly scented, pale pink blooms. Another favourite is Daphne Perfume Princess (Perfume Princess Daphne), a unique cross-breed prized for its exceptional fragrance, longer flowering season, and robust performance in local conditions.

For those who appreciate a bushier leaf structure and delicate flowers, Daphne arbuscula (Rose Daphne) and Daphne cneorum (Rose Daphne) offer petite, low-growing forms perfect for tucked-away garden spots or the front of a border. If you’re interested in a more unusual choice, Daphne gnidium (Flax-Leaved Daphne) provides slender foliage and charming white blossoms, ideal for bringing year-round appeal to drier, sunny corners.

How to Grow and Care for Evergreen Daphne

To help your evergreen daphne plant flourish, select a sheltered position with dappled shade and well-draining, humus-rich soil. Avoid waterlogged sites, as daphnes are sensitive to root disturbance and dislike soggy conditions. Mulch lightly to retain moisture and encourage healthy growth, but avoid heavy feeding or digging around the roots. Once established, the evergreen daphne plant requires minimal fuss beyond light pruning after flowering to maintain its tidy shape. With the right care, you’ll enjoy decades of beautiful foliage and scented blooms.