Botanical profile

Daphne × burkwoodii 'Carol Mackie'

Latin name
Daphne × burkwoodii 'Carol Mackie'
Common name
Daphne 'Carol Mackie'
Type
Shrub
Family
Thymelaeaceae

Daphne × burkwoodii ‘Carol Mackie’ is an elegant ornamental shrub highly prized for its bright variegated foliage and intensely fragrant spring blooms. It forms a dense, well-structured, rounded habit, ideal for refined beds, borders, and plantings near walkways where its fragrance can be fully appreciated. Its grey-green evergreen to semi-evergreen foliage edged with creamy yellow brightens the garden all year round. In spring, it is covered with clusters of pale pink to deep pink flowers, delicately scented, providing an exceptional sensory touch. Appreciated for its high ornamental value and neat habit, ‘Carol Mackie’ prefers well-drained soils and sheltered locations. Well-suited to Quebec in a sheltered spot, it offers a remarkable combination of fragrance, texture, and elegance.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5–8
Exposure
Partial shade
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.
Soil type
Acidic to slightly acidic, rich and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Small toxic red berries
Foliage color
Variegated green cream
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Shrubby
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Width
1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate
very slow
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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