Carol Mackie Daphne (Daphne × burkwoodii ‘Carol Mackie’)

Carol Mackie Daphne is a semi-evergreen shrub prized for its intensely fragrant, pale pink flowers and attractive, variegated foliage. A hybrid of Daphne cneorum and Daphne caucasica, it has a compact, mounding habit and blooms in mid to late spring, often with a light rebloom in fall. Its creamy-edged leaves provide season-long interest, making it a standout in foundation plantings, borders, and woodland gardens.

Category

Sun Needs:

  • Full sun to partial shade
  • Prefers morning sun with afternoon shade
  • Too much shade may reduce flowering

Bloom Time:

  • Mid to late spring
  • Pale pink, tubular flowers with a strong, sweet fragrance
  • Occasional light rebloom in fall
Size:

Height: 2 to 3 feet

Width: 3 to 4 feet

Attributes:
  • Intensely fragrant pink flowers
  • Variegated green leaves with creamy margins
  • Compact, rounded growth habit
  • Semi-evergreen in mild climates
  • Deer-resistant and pollinator-friendly
Care Tips:
  • Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic soil
  • Avoid heavy clay or poorly drained sites
  • Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the first year
  • Mulch to retain moisture and protect shallow roots
  • Prune lightly after flowering to shape—avoid heavy pruning
  • Sensitive to root disturbance; plant carefully and avoid transplanting
Pest Watch:
  • Susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils
  • Monitor for aphids and leaf spot

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