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VIBURNUM
Versatile and generally easy shrubs with plenty to appreciate. Form, foliage, clusters of flowers (some heavily scented), for insects and berries for birds.
Genus of 200 or more species of evergreen, semi-evergreen and deciduous shrubs mainly from northern temperate regions but also southeastern Asia and South America.
UK natives are the wayfaring tree, V. lantana, named as it was often planted along trackways, and the guelder rose ( relates to the Dutch province of Gelderland), V. opulus.
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, viburnum beetles, honey fungus, leaf spot -
Place of origin
China, Taiwan -
EvergreenToothed, dark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long, bronze when young, with conspicuous veins
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White
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Tubular
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Oblanceolate
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightFlowers followed by blue-black berries
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Scented flowers
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Full sun
Shelter from cold, drying winds -
Partial shade
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1.2m (4ft)
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Viburnum - Growing Guide
