I Have A Problem With Daphne Perfume Princess

Question

My Daphne is outside in the soil and its flowering really well. There were no instructions to put it in ericaceous soil when it arrived. I have noticed that a lot of the leaves have dark brown splodges on the ends of them. I cant see any insect issues and its still flowering well, could this be because its in ordinary garden soil and what can I do to help it? Thanks

Answer 1

Slightly acidic soil is not as important as well-draining soil. You can lightly work some coarse bark into the soil if it is on the clayey side. You can also add compost which will help with drainage.

Is your shrub getting afternoon shade? They prefer a partly sunny situation. Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/winter-daphne/care-for-winter-daphne.htm