Burkwood Viburnum
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Burkwood Viburnum |
Botanical Name | Viburnum x burkwoodii |
Description | |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Mature Height | 8 to 10 ft |
Mature Width | 6 to 8 ft |
Growth Habit | Rounded |
Bloom Color | Pink-white |
Bloom Interest | Showy,Fragrant |
Bloom Period | April |
Seasonal Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall |
Foliage Color | Green |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Orange-red, Burgundy |
Attributes | Decorative Fruit, Drought Tolerant |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | Yes |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 8 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Low |
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 | Prune as needed immediately after flowering. Pruning off spent flowers will eliminate summer fruit that is not overly showy. |