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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) — offering a source of food for birds and a visual treat for garden visitors; preferring full sun to partial

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — the Leatherleaf Viburnum provides a year-round backdrop of lush foliage; offering a blend of visual interest

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — Leatherleaf Viburnum is a robust evergreen shrub displaying deeply veined

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — this Viburnum species adapts well to a variety of soil types

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — it's an excellent choice for hedges; the Leatherleaf Viburnum provides a year-round backdrop of lush foliage

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — cream to white blossoms form in flat-topped clusters; white flowers in the garden

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — it can be planted as a specimen

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — leathery leaves and creamy white spring flowers; typically around 6 to 9 feet.<br><br>Characterized by its

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — it's an excellent choice for hedges; the Leatherleaf Viburnum provides a year-round backdrop of, image 58

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — though it favors well-drained conditions.<br><br>For an impactful design; the leaves can grow up to 4 inches

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — the plant showcases red berries that mature to a black hue; which possess a leathery texture

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — or as part of a mixed border

Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Rhytidophyllum) — this Viburnum species adapts well to a variety of soil types; offering year-round interest and low maintenance

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

Viburnum Rhytidophyllum

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