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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 10, 2017
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    Since Daphne do well without pruning, I would access the growing conditions for this plant.
    This article will help you.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/winter-daphne/pruning-winter-daphne.htm

    Pruning should be done after flowering, but only prune out 1/3 of the plant each season.

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  • Answered by
    laurajssw on
    July 14, 2017
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    what time of year do I plant a daphne

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 23, 2017
  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    September 30, 2017
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    Your shrub will still grow. It just won't perform at its best. Partial shade can ,also, be something like filtered light through a tree canopy, or an area that only gets a few hours of sun a day. Just be mindful that these plants are deadly poisonous if they are simply chewed on. Here is a link for more information on your shrub: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/winter-daphne/daphne-plant-types.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    October 30, 2017
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    There is a possibility of fungal infection. Add wettable sulfur to the area, and take care not to overwater. Here is an article for for information on the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/winter-daphne/daphne-plant-types.htm

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    December 8, 2017
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    Daphne grows best in soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.4; however, anything under 7 will be OK. Start with a soil test to determine present pH. There is too little modifier in acid-loving plant fertilizer to make a noticeable change in soil pH. If your pH is too high, use products made for lowering pH such as aluminum sulfate or a slow release sulphur product. It is very important to follow instructions or you risk damaging your plants.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 3, 2018
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    The green under the bark shows that they are still alive, so the best option is to give them time. It's possible that they were cold-damaged during the winter. If you suspect this, wait until late spring or summer to see if any of the brown parts start growing and producing leaves again. You can then prune out any parts that appear to be completely dead- no leaves and no green color under the bark. Here is more about pruning Daphne:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/winter-daphne/pruning-winter-daphne.htm

    If the plants continue to get worse instead of better as the weather gets warmer, it's possible that they have a disease. Here is some information about Daphne diseases
    https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?PID=727#section-5

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