CORNUS florida 'Daybreak'

Commonly known as American boxwood, Flowering dogwood

FLOWERING DOGWOODS

A startling new variety, bright green leaves margined in creamy-white. In the autumn the creamy-white parts of the leaves turn pink to deep red
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Broadly oval to ovate leaves to 15cm (6in) long, often slightly twisted or curled
  • Green
  • Height
    4m (13ft)
  • Spread
    4m (13ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Produces green flowers surrounded by 4 white bracts to 5cm (2in) long joined at the tips as they open. Produces inedible red berries in loose clusters in autumn
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
  • Full sun
    Shelter from cold winds
  • Partial shade

CORNUS florida 'Daybreak'

 
Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
Large £70.00 each 
Delivery Information Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC
plant size comparison icon 5 to 7.5 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Syn. Cherokee Daybreak
    Pests & Diseases
    Anthracnose.
    Place of origin
    Eastern North America.
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Silver variegated
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 1
    Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
    Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
    When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Humus-rich
    Neutral to acid soil
  • Tree Shape
    Broadly conical
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Cornus (Flowering) - Growing Guide
Cornus Coloured Stemmed Dogswoods - Growing Guide
4m (13ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  4m (13ft)
  

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