Viburnum suspensum

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Sandankwa Viburnum

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: GardenSot

 

Description

This broad-spreading evergreen shrub produces dense, glossy foliage that is 4" long and oval in shape. Open, loose clusters of white fragrant flowers with a rose tint bloom in spring. This shrub serves as a good specimen, hedge or screen, reaching 8'-10' tall and wide. It is heat loving and can tolerate full sun, part sun or shade. Small round red berries appear in fall.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Tropical, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

 

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool

 

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Screen

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.