Daphne mezereum var. rubra
Daphne mezereum var. rubra
Daphne mezereum var. rubra
Daphne mezereum var. rubra
Daphne mezereum var. rubra
Daphne mezereum 'Rubrum', Red Mezereum
Nice plant. A bit small.
Antoine, 06/03/2024
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Description
The Daphne mezereum rubra is a lovely upright bush, little known, with a purple-pink winter flowering that is very fragrant and even heady. Perfect for rockeries.
This small bush has an open habit, with upright, thick and very flexible branches that can reach a height of 1.20m (3 ft 11 in). Very floriferous from February to April, it is adorned with delicate tubular flower heads, formed of purple-pink flowers measuring 2cm (0.8 in), grouped in 3 or 4, very fragrant on bare stems. Then come the matte green leaves with a slightly bluish underside, lanceolate, with a fine, fluffy lamina, grouped in tufts at the top of the branches and then spreading along the length of the year's stems. The red, poisonous fruits develop on the leafless branches of the previous year.
The Daphne mezereum var. rubra appreciates a light, fresh, rich, slightly limestone and well-drained soil, in partial shade or full shade. It is a slow-growing but very hardy species native to Japan.
The Daphne mezereum rubra is perfect for an ericaceous bed or as a standalone plant, even in a container on a terrace. But to fully enjoy its fragrance, it is wise to place it near the house or a pathway.
This species doesn't like growing in pots, where it has difficulty putting down roots: get it into position quickly, then don't move it again!
Note: Daphnes are sometimes temperamental plants, and their cultivation can be difficult if the conditions are not suitable. They are best reserved for experienced gardeners.
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Botanical data
Daphne
mezereum
var. rubra
Thymelaceae
Daphne mezereum 'Rubrum', Red Mezereum
Cultivar or hybrid
ingestion
Cette plante est toxique si elle est ingérée volontairement ou involontairement.
Ne la plantez pas là où de jeunes enfants peuvent évoluer, et lavez-vous les mains après l'avoir manipulée.
Pensez à conserver l'étiquette de la plante, à la photographier ou à noter son nom, afin de faciliter le travail des professionnels de santé.
Davantage d'informations sur https://plantes-risque.info
Planting and care
The Daphne mezereum var. rubra is planted in spring in a fresh, humus-bearing and well-drained, slightly chalky soil. It prefers a shady to semi-shady exposure. Pruning is unnecessary except for dead branches. Do not let the soil dry out, apply an organic mulch or plant heathers to protect the base. Just like the Daphne odora, it can be affected by fungus so treat it with a preventative fungicide in spring. This species doesn't like growing in pots, where it has difficulty putting down roots: get it into position quickly, then don't move it again!
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.