Viburnum Odoratissimum | 003 gal.
18" x 18"
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Viburnum Odoratissimum is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to twenty feet tall and fifteen feet wide. Itās glossy, bright green leaves are arranged in opposite directions on green stems in such a way that it gives the impression of being quite robust and dense. Fragrant, white flowers appear in spring and cover the plant. Then in the fall, Viburnum Odoratissimum will sprout moderately showy, small red berries that turn black when ripe. Mature Viburnums are more likely to fruit.
Preferred exposure for Viburnum Odoratissimum is full sun but it will also grow in partial shade. It tolerates many different soils as long as they are well drained. It is also drought tolerant once established in the landscape. Viburnum is not a good fit for coastal properties due to its low salt tolerance.
A very gratifying shrub to use as a hedge, Viburnum Odoratissimum works great because of its fast rate of growth and the sweet springtime fragrance. It is versatile and rarely bothered by pests or disease. Although mostly used for hedges, Viburnum Odoratissimum can also be planted alone as a specimen tree; if left alone it will become an attractive tree that looks great for small or formal settings.
| Mature height | 20' |
| Mature spread | 15' |
| Sun preference | Full sun, partial sun or partial shade |
| Soil preference | Clay, sand, loam, alkaline, acidic, well-drained |
| Drought tolerance | Once established |
| Common names | Sweet Viburnum |
| Scientific name | Viburnum odoratissimum |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Native origin | Asia |
| Hardiness range | 8 - 10 |
| Categories | deciduous |
Mature Height:
25 to 30 feet
Mature Spread:
15 to 25 feet
Sun Preference:
Full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference:
Clay, sand, loam, alkaline, acidic, well-drained
Drought Tolerance:
High
Salt Tolerance:
Low
Growth Rate:
Slow
Native Origin:
Asia
Hardiness Zone:
8b - 10a
Scientific Name
:
Viburnum odoratissimum FTG
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