Overview
Viburnum carlcephalum is a shrub, small tree shrub in the genus Viburnum, part of the Viburnaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Viburnum carlcephalum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include hedging, borders, screening and specimen planting.
About
Viburnum × carlcephalum, common name fragrant snowball, is a hybrid flowering plant in the family Adoxaceae, of garden origin. It is a cross 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
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Viburnum carlcephalum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Shrub, Small tree
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Hedging, Borders, Screening, Specimen planting
- Fragrance
- fragrant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Viburnum carlcephalum
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Viburnum carlcephalum?
Viburnum carlcephalum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Viburnum carlcephalum need?
Viburnum carlcephalum grows best in well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Viburnum carlcephalum hardy in the UK?
Viburnum carlcephalum has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Viburnum carlcephalum?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering.
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