Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' — Bushy, Spreading, Dense, Rounded, Upright, Compact

Overview

Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' is a bushy, spreading, dense, rounded, upright, compact shrubs in the genus Viburnum, part of the Viburnaceae family, with evergreen, deciduous foliage. Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' 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 x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' is a cultivar of Viburnum, a genus of shrubs known for their opposite, simple or palmately lobed foliage and clusters of small, often fragrant flowers. This cultivar features a bushy, spreading, dense, rounded, upright, and compact habit with evergreen foliage. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts well to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Suitable for hedges, screens, or as specimen plants, it is hardy to UK zone H6 and offers seasonal interest in spring, summer, and 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 x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' 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 x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana'

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 x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana'?

Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' need?

Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' 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 x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' hardy in the UK?

Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana' 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 x rhytidophylloides 'Rhytana'?

Semi-ripe cuttings from midsummer to autumn.

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