Botanical profile

Floribunda rose 'Day Breaker'

Latin name
Rosa 'Day Breaker'
Common name
Floribunda rose 'Day Breaker'
Type
Flowering shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Rosa floribunda 'Day Breaker', commonly known as the 'Day Breaker' floribunda rose, brightens up flowerbeds with its vibrant and warm blooms. Its compact, well-branched bushy habit bears abundant clusters of double golden-yellow flowers delicately tinged with apricot and coral pink, creating a luminous effect reminiscent of the colors of a sunrise. Slightly fragrant, they release a sweet, fruity scent that attracts pollinating insects throughout the summer. Very floriferous from early season until the first frosts, this rose ensures a continuous presence in flowerbeds, borders, or grouped plantings. Its glossy dark green foliage enhances the richness of the hues. Rosa floribunda 'Day Breaker' brings energy, warmth, and elegance to landscape designs.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sun per day.
Watering
Water regularly during the establishment period. Thereafter, water during periods of heat or drought.
Fertilization
Fertilize in spring with a rose or flowering plant fertilizer. Repeat every 4 to 6 weeks until mid-August. Do not fertilize after this time to allow the plant to fully enter dormancy.
Soil type
Rich, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
-29°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June to September
Flower color
Pink Apricot
Fruiting
Rare rosehip production if not pruned
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded bush
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.1 m (3.6 ft)
Width
90 cm (3 feet)
Growth rate
Average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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