VIBURNUM henryi
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VIBURNUM henryi
Willow-like, dark green, shiny leaves with panicles of fragrant, small white flowers
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, viburnum beetle, honey fungus, leaf spot -
Place of origin
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EvergreenNarrowly oval, oblong or obovate, short-pointed, shallowly toothed, smooth, leathery, leaves 5-12cm (2-4¾in) long, paler beneath with wedge-shaped or rounded bases(
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White
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Panicles
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Coastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelter
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Cottage garden
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Serrate
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Oblong
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Obovate
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft) -
Tall ShrubErect shrub with stiff branches. Produces small flowers in spreading, pyramidal panicles 5-10cm (2-4in) across in early summer followed by ellipsoid, red fruit maturing to black
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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.
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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) -
Scented flowers
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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