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Leatherleaf Viburnum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

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Overview

Leatherleaf Viburnum is a robust evergreen shrub displaying deeply veined, leathery leaves and creamy white spring flowers. Mature size reaches around 6-10 feet tall and wide. Berries turn red to black when ripe, attracting birds. Prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil. Hardy in zones 5-8, it's an excellent choice for hedges, screens, or specimen plantings, offering year-round interest and low maintenance.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–8Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — which possess a leathery texture; mature size reaches around 6-10 feet tall and wide

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
6–10 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — white flowers in the garden; is a commendable addition to any landscape design
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Berries turn red to black when ripe, attracting birds; shrub with white blooms
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — white flowers in the garden
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Leatherleaf Viburnum is a robust evergreen shrub displaying deeply veined; berries turn red to, image 53
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — scientifically known as Viburnum rhytidophyllum; leatherleaf Viburnum is a robust evergreen shrub displaying
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Preferring full sun to partial shade
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — it can be planted as a specimen; though it favors well-drained conditions.<br><br>For an impactful design
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — offering a blend of visual interest and minimal maintenance
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — The leaves can grow up to 4 inches long and maintain their integrity throughout the season; the plant
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — typically around 6 to 9 feet.<br><br>Characterized by its deeply veined; it can be planted as a specimen
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Preferring full sun to partial shade; shrub for full or half or shade
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — though it favors well-drained conditions.<br><br>For an impactful design
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — measuring up to 4 inches across; prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil; it's an excellent choice for hedges
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Mature size reaches around 6-10 feet tall and wide; offering a source of food for birds and a, image 55
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — which possess a leathery texture
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — offering year-round interest and low maintenance; this Viburnum species adapts well to a variety, image 59
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — is a commendable addition to any landscape design; scientifically known as Viburnum rhytidophyllum
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Mature size reaches around 6-10 feet tall and wide
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — it's an excellent choice for hedges
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — or as part of a mixed border; leathery leaves and creamy white spring flowers
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Berries turn red to black when ripe, attracting birds; shrub with white blooms, image 56
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — shrub for full or half or shade; or as part of a mixed border
Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Prefers partial to full shade and well-drained soil; it's an excellent choice for hedges, image 57
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