How to tend a Daphne genkwa

Also known as: Wikstroemia genkwa (Siebold & Zucc.) Domke, Daphne fortunei Lindl., Daphne genkwa f. taitoensis Hamaya, Daphne genkwa var. fortunei (Lindl.) Franch.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, in summer shade according to the intensity of light

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
China, Japan
Category
Thymelaeaceae, Daphne
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height 15-18 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period March-May, fruiting period June-July
Flower colors
purple
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