Overview
Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid' is a shrub shrub in the genus Viburnum, part of the Viburnaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include hedging, borders and foundation plantings.
About
Viburnum × burkwoodii, the Burkwood viburnum, is a hybrid flowering plant in the family Adoxaceae. It is a cross of garden origin between V.
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About the genus
Viburnum is a genus of about 150–175 species of flowering plants in the family Viburnaceae. Its current classification is based on molecular phylogeny. It was previously included in the family Caprifoliaceae.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Viburnum
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- loam, sandy, clay
- Soil pH
- acidic, neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moist,well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered, exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Shrub
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- hedging, borders, foundation plantings
- Fragrance
- fragrant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and a sunny or partially shaded position. Tolerates a range of soil types.
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged wood.
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings in summer or layering.
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid'?
Prefers well-drained soil and a sunny or partially shaded position. Tolerates a range of soil types.
Where is the best place to plant Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid'?
Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid' need?
Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including loam, sandy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.
How do I prune Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid'?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged wood.
Is Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid' hardy in the UK?
Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Viburnum burkwoodii 'Park Farm Hybrid'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer or layering.
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