Danae racemosa Eupatorium While it prefers an acidic

While it prefers an acidic moist soil

bright red fruits follow the flowers in fall/winter

dark green upright leaves are highlighted with dramatic vertical white stripes

although the new growth emerges very late (reports indicate success in parts of zone 6)

Hibiscus sawfly is the #1 pest of most hibiscus

Danae racemosa Eupatorium While it prefers an acidicFrom Iran and other nearby Middle Eastern countries comes one of our favorite garden plants, Danae racemosa. The highly coveted poet's laurel will never be found at Wal Mart due to its slow speed of propagation. From seed, danae takes 5 7 years to become a sellable plant! Prized by florists and gardeners alike, the 4' long green stems that arch outward from a central clump, are clothed with thick waxy green leaves that remain evergreen all winter.