Viburnum x bodnantense 'Dawn' (Dawn Bodnant Viburnum)


Michael's Opinion

Well worth inclusion in the garden for its early-blooming, fragrant pink flowers. This is one of the first of its genus to flower in the spring as it blooms in early April.

Botanical Information

FamilyAdoxaceae (Caprifoliaceae)
GenusViburnum
Speciesx bodnantense
Cultivar'Dawn'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
OriginWales, UK.
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7-10
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1C
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)5 - 10
Temperature (°F)41 - 50
Height3 m
Spread90 - 150 cm
GrowthSlow

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis Shrub has shiny, deep green leaves that turn lovely shades of yellows, oranges and reds in autumn. Also, when its leaves fall it develops blooms that turn pale pink when they open. The blooms fade to white at the end of the flowering season.
ID CharacteristicOval shaped leaves with a glossy surface and blooms with a strong flowery scent.
ShapeVase shaped.
LandscapeUsed for winter interest, hedging, bordering and specimen planting.
PropagationPropagation by cuttings. Collect 2 types of cuttings from the shrub – softwood cuttings during the summer and hardwood cuttings during autumn.
CultivationGrows easily in semi-shade, in average to rich soil.
PestsNo serious pests or diseases.
Notable SpecimensThe A. M. (Mac) Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. Van Dusen Gardens, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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