Overview
Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile' is a bushy shrub in the genus Viburnum, part of the Viburnaceae family, with deciduous, semi-evergreen, evergreen foliage. Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loamy and well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include hedging, borders and ornamental. It is native to China.
About
Viburnum macrocephalum, common name Chinese snowball, is a species of flowering plant in the family Adoxaceae, native to mainland China. Its fertile form, Viburnum macrocephalum f.
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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
- loamy, well-drained
- Soil pH
- acidic, neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Semi-evergreen, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- hedging, borders, ornamental
- Native to
- China
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile'
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Protect from strong winds.
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
- Propagation
- softwood cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Viburnum beetle
- Disease resistance
- Phytophthora, Honey fungus, Grey moulds, Leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile'?
Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Protect from strong winds.
Where is the best place to plant Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile'?
Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile' need?
Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile' grows best in loamy and well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile'?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
Is Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile' hardy in the UK?
Viburnum macrocephalum 'Sterile' 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 macrocephalum 'Sterile'?
Softwood cuttings in summer.
