princess daphne plant

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The princess daphne plant, also known as Daphne Perfume Princess, is quickly becoming a star in New Zealand gardens. Famed for its outstanding fragrance and extended blooming season, this captivating shrub offers lush glossy leaves and clusters of soft pink to blush-white flowers that fill your garden with delightful perfume from late winter into spring. If you’re searching for a statement foundation shrub or an enchanting addition to your garden’s fragrance, the princess daphne plant is a must-have.

Daphne 'Perfume Princess'

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Daphne 'Perfume Princess' is an outstanding evergreen shrub celebrated for its masses of exceptionally fragrant white flowers with soft pink buds from winter through spring. Flowering on both old and new wood, it delivers an extended display of colour and perfume.

Daphne 'Perfume Princess'

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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What Makes the Princess Daphne Plant Special?

Bred specifically for stronger performance and a longer flowering period than traditional daphnes, the princess daphne plant boasts exceptional garden value. Its blooms last for weeks, creating multiple waves of heady scent, while the plant demonstrates extra resilience against root disease compared to classic varieties such as Daphne odora (Winter Daphne). The princess daphne plant thrives both in garden beds and large containers, making it a versatile choice for courtyards, entranceways, or shaded borders.

How to Grow the Princess Daphne Plant in New Zealand

The princess daphne plant prefers a sheltered, semi-shaded position with morning sun and protection from harsh afternoon rays. Well-drained soil rich in organic matter is essential; heavy clay or soggy spots should be avoided. Once established, it’s relatively low-maintenance: simply apply a light mulch in spring, prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape, and water during dry spells. Regular feeding with a suitable shrub fertiliser keeps your princess daphne plant healthy and blooming.

For those looking to expand their fragrance collection, you may also love Daphne Leucanthe (Winter Daphne Leucanthe), another reliable and aromatic variety, or consider Daphne Eternal Fragrance (Eternal Fragrance Daphne) for a dwarf option with repeat blooms.

Companion Plants for Year-Round Interest

The glossy green foliage of the princess daphne plant pairs beautifully with other structural shrubs. For varied texture and seasonal colour, try teaming it with Pittosporum 'Ivory Pillar', Camellia 'Curly Lady', or even the dreamy flower puffs of Viburnum plicatum 'Lanarth'. To further extend fragrance and springtime allure, the luminous Daphne Perfume Princess White or classic Daphne odora Cameo (Winter Daphne) are top choices.

Caring for Your Princess Daphne Plant

While the princess daphne plant is tough, it appreciates a little care. Mulch annually to keep roots cool and avoid cultivating around the root zone, as daphne plants dislike disturbance. Keep an eye out for yellowing leaves, which may indicate issues with drainage or nutrition. Good air circulation and well-draining soil are the secret to success.

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Bring layered fragrance and timeless elegance to your garden by combining the princess daphne plant with other scented favourites or striking foliage. Explore the best in shrubs with Daphne Leucanthe (Winter Daphne Leucanthe) and Daphne Perfume Princess White, or mix in structural and flowering shrubs like Hebe 'Wiri Mist' and Iochroma cyaneum.

With a princess daphne plant, you’re planting beauty, perfume, and enduring interest that will delight for seasons to come.

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