VIBURNUM odoratissimum
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VIBURNUM odoratissimum
Commonly known as Sweet viburnum
Striking leathery leaves, fragrant white flowers, red fruit
£16.50 each
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
India, Burma, China, Japan -
Evergreenglossy, irregularly toothed dark-green leaves to 20cm (8in) long
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White
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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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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Elliptic
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Obovate
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubVigorous, bushy shrub. Produces small, tubular flowers 6mm (¼in) across in broadly conical panicles 8-19cm (3-4in) long followed by ovoid, red fruit 1cm (½in) long ripening 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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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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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
5m (16ft)
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