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Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000492
11/12/99

Daphne cneorum--Rose Daphne


Hardiness Zones: 4 to 7
Height: 1 ft Spread: 2 ft Form: spreading
Type: evergreen shrub
Annual Growth Rate: less than 12 inches
Flowers: Pink

Comments: Rose Daphne is a small, evergreen shrub that can
be used in rock gardens or as a ground cover. Rose daphne
can be grown in the shade and should be given some winter
protection if snowfall is likely to be inadequate.

Cultivars:
'Alba' - A low plant only 6 inches high that bears
white flowers.
'Eximia' - Pink flowers are larger than those of the
species.
'Ruby Glow' - The dark pink flowers are fragrant.

References for Cultivars: Weston Nurseries 1999


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