Alleghany Leatherleaf Viburnum
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Alleghany Leatherleaf Viburnum |
| Botanical Name | Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Alleghany' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Mature Height | 8 to 10 ft |
| Mature Width | 8 to 10 ft |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Bloom Color | Creamy White |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | April to May |
| Seasonal Interest | Spring, Fall, Winter |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | EverGreen |
| Attributes | Decorative Fruit |
| Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
| Attracts Birds | Yes |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 to 8 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Moderate |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Weekly watering is needed at planting and until established. Otherwise, water during drought and one deep watering before the ground freezes in winter. |
| Fertilize Notes | Apply a balanced fertilizer yearly in spring or fertilizing can be done organically with materials such as composted manure, bonemeal, and bloodmeal. |
| Prune Notes | Regular pruning helps control this shrub. Take out the oldest branches to make room for new shoots. Pruning is best done just after bloom. Late summer or early fall pruning will decrease the spring blooms. |