Leatherleaf Viburnum

Tags: Viburnum
Viburnum rhytidophyllum

A loosely branched upright shrub to 10 feet with a spread of 4 to 6 feet. Clusters of white flowers in spring that later form red berries turning to black as they ripen. An excellent specimen that can be grown with very little attention.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Partial shade
Mature Size:
10 ft tall, 4-6 ft wide.
Cold Hardiness Zone:
5-8
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
Spring
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.

Care Instructions

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.