Danae racemosa
Alexandrian laurel
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- Position: full or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, moist but well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Arching sprays of slender, lustrous, dark green flattened branches resembling leaves and greenish-yellow flowers in June, followed by orange-red berries. Alexandrian laurel is an attractive low-maintenance plant for moist shady areas of the garden. Best sheltered from strong winds and scorhing sun, the foliage ofDanae racemosa makes a wonderful addition to flower arrangements in autumn and winter.
When planting Alexandrian laurel enrich the soil with well-rotted organic matter and a sprinkling of mycorrhizal fungi to boost root establishment. Once established after a couple of growing seasons, cut old shoots back to ground level in spring. After pruning apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant