Daphne odora x bholua Perfume Princess

Daphne odora x bholua Perfume Princess, also Daphne Perfume Princess, is an award-winning winter-flowering hybrid Daphne variety that has gained popularity for its unusually long flowering season and intense fragrance. This variety is a cross between Daphne bholua and Daphne odora, combining the finest qualities of both parents.

Daphne Perfume Princess is distinctive for its clusters of pale pink to white flowers that start appearing in late winter and continue through to late spring. Unlike many other Daphnes, it has a significantly extended flowering window, ensuring months of colour and scent. The blooms are highly fragrant, filling the garden with a sweet aroma. Its foliage is glossy and deep green, providing a striking contrast to the pastel flowers. Compact in form and reliable in performance, it has quickly become a favourite among gardeners who prize both beauty and resilience.

Height and Width of Daphne odora x bholua Perfume Princess

This variety grows to around 1.5 metres tall and 1.5 metres wide, forming a rounded, dense shrub.

How hardy is Daphne odora x bholua Perfume Princess?

Daphne Perfume Princess is hardy in most UK gardens. It tolerates cold winters but, like other Daphnes, benefits from protection from strong winds and waterlogging.

Uses in Garden and/or Landscape

Perfect near patios, entrances, and garden paths, Daphne Perfume Princess is best enjoyed where its long-lasting fragrance can be appreciated daily. It is well suited for mixed borders, smaller gardens, or as a stand-alone feature shrub. Its extended flowering season also makes it a superb addition to planting schemes designed to provide continuous seasonal interest and gardens with winter-flowering themes. This variety does particularly well in partial shade areas so ideal for the woodland garden. 

Care Tips

Plant Daphne Perfume Princess in rich, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. Avoid moving it once planted, as disturbance can check its growth. Apply mulch in spring to help retain moisture. Pruning is rarely necessary, but damaged or straggly branches may be removed after flowering. Consistent care and a sheltered position will reward gardeners with months of scented blooms.