Daphne 'Red Dragon'

Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Red Dragon'

Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Red Dragon' is a popular garden plant due to its attractive red flowers and elegant branches. Below is information regarding this plant's growth characteristics, propagation methods, cultivation methods, garden uses, major pests and diseases, and control methods.

Growth Characteristics
- Height: Typically grows to 1.2 to 1.8 meters.
- Leaves: The leaves are oval-shaped; they are dark green in summer and deciduous in autumn.
- Flowers: Fragrant red flowers bloom mainly from winter to early spring. The flowers are clustered in small umbels.
- Growing Environment: It thrives in partial shade and can tolerate some direct sunlight. It prefers well-drained soil.

Propagation Methods
- Cuttings: It can be propagated by cutting newly grown branches in the summer.
- Seeds: Propagation by seeds is also possible, but the germination rate is low and it takes a long time. Cultivation Method
- Soil: Use well-drained and fertile soil.
- Watering: Water consistently to prevent the soil from drying out, paying particular attention during the summer.
- Fertilizer: Applying a small amount of slow-release fertilizer in the spring can promote growth.

Garden Uses
- Primarily used for ornamental purposes; since beautiful flowers can be enjoyed even in winter, it is suitable as a border or centerpiece plant.
- It fits well in parks, private gardens, and shaded areas of gardens.

Major Pests and Control Methods
- Pests: Pests may occur on the leaves; this can be prevented by using insecticides regularly.
- Diseases: Be careful of root rot caused by overwatering, and ensure thorough drainage management.

The Daphne 'Red Dragon' is a relatively easy plant to care for, allowing you to enjoy its beautiful flowers and fragrance for a long time under the right conditions.

Plant Family	Thymelaeaceae
Height	1.2~1.8m
Spread	120~180cm
Colors	red
Bloom Period	March
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-10°C

Narrow-leaved nasturtium
Eclipta alba

Daphne
Edgeworthia chrysantha