Viburnum phlebotrichum — Bushy, Spreading, Dense, Rounded, Upright, Compact

Overview

Viburnum phlebotrichum is a bushy, spreading, dense, rounded, upright, compact shrubs in the genus Viburnum, part of the Viburnaceae family, with evergreen, deciduous foliage. Viburnum phlebotrichum grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include hedges, screens and specimen plants.

About

Viburnum phlebotrichum is a cultivar of the Viburnum genus, which includes both deciduous and evergreen shrubs known for their opposite, simple or palmately lobed leaves. This shrub has a bushy, spreading, dense, rounded, upright, and compact habit. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and tolerates a range of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with soil pH from acid to alkaline. Suitable for hedges, screens, or as specimen plants, it flowers in spring and summer, followed by attractive berries, and remains of interest into winter.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Viburnum

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Viburnum phlebotrichum size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy, Spreading, Dense, Rounded, Upright, Compact
Foliage: Evergreen, Deciduous
Suggested uses: Hedges, Screens, Specimen plants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Viburnum phlebotrichum

Propagation: Semi-ripe cuttings from midsummer to autumn
Pest resistance: Aphids, Viburnum beetle
Disease resistance: Phytophthora, Honey fungus, Grey moulds, Leaf spot

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Viburnum phlebotrichum?

Viburnum phlebotrichum prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Viburnum phlebotrichum need?

Viburnum phlebotrichum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.

Is Viburnum phlebotrichum hardy in the UK?

Viburnum phlebotrichum 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 phlebotrichum?

Semi-ripe cuttings from midsummer to autumn.

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