Daphne odora

Winter Sweet

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Evergreen shrub with glossy dark leaves and intensely fragrant winter blooms. Sensitive to root rot; prefers cool conditions and acidic soil. Toxic if ingested by pets or humans.
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Plant Details

Common Name Winter Sweet
Family Thymelaeaceae
Genus Daphne
Species Odora
Origin China and Japan
Blooming Late winter to early spring, highly fragrant flowers
Leaf Color Dark glossy green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic, well-draining mix of peat and perlite; avoid limestone soils

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Watering

Keep moist but never waterlogged. Allow top soil to dry slightly between waterings

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light, protect from harsh afternoon sun, prefers cool air

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth in spring and summer

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Pruning

Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape; remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
45° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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