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VIBURNUM rhytidophyllum
Corrugated leaves, white flowers, red ovoid berries which turn black
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & DiseasesAphids, viburnum beetle, honey fungus, leaf spot
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Place of originCentral and western China
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EvergreenOblong to lance-shaped, wavy-margined, deeply-veined, glossy, dark-green leaves to 20cm (8in) long
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WhiteCreamy white
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Fully hardy
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Lanceolate
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Oblong
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Height5m (16ft)
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Spread4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubVigorous, erect shrub. Produces tubular flowers 5mm (¼in) across in dense, domed, terminal, umbel-like cymes to 20cm (8in) across.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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)
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
4m (13ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a large shrub borderWoodland garden
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable 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.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile.
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPartial shade
Viburnum - Growing Guide
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