Daphne ‘Perfume Princess’
Plant Fact File:
- Pot Size: 1 liter
- Season of Interest: Late winter to early spring, and sporadically throughout the year
- Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
- Flower Color: Pink and white
- Fragrant: Highly fragrant
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Height: Typically reaches around 120-150 cm (may vary)
- Spread: Typically reaches around 120-150 cm (may vary)
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Aspect: Partial shade to full sun
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
- Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
Description:
Daphne ‘Perfume Princess’ is a captivating evergreen shrub known for its exceptionally fragrant flowers. This variety typically produces clusters of pink and white blooms, creating a fragrant and visually appealing display in the late winter to early spring.
Key Features:
- Flowers: The small, pink and white flowers of ‘Perfume Princess’ are highly fragrant, filling the air with a sweet and pleasant scent. The flowering period occurs in late winter to early spring, with sporadic blooming throughout the year.
- Foliage: The evergreen foliage is glossy and green, providing year-round interest in the garden. The leaves contribute to the plant’s attractiveness even when it is not in bloom.
- Growth: ‘Perfume Princess’ exhibits a moderate growth rate, forming a rounded and well-branched shrub. It typically reaches a height and spread of around 120-150 cm.
- Aspect and Soil: Daphnes generally prefer partial shade to full sun and well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
- Pot Size: In a 1-liter pot, ‘Perfume Princess’ is presented as a well-established plant ready for planting in the garden or for continued growth in a larger container.
This Daphne variety is a fantastic addition to gardens, borders, or container plantings, offering both fragrant flowers and evergreen foliage. With proper care and the right growing conditions, ‘Perfume Princess’ can become a highlight in your garden, providing fragrance and beauty throughout the year.
