Burkwood Viburnum

Viburnum X Burkwoodii

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Overview

The Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum x burkwoodii) is an enchanting semi-evergreen shrub, displaying dense, glossy foliage and highly fragrant, white to pinkish flowers in mid-spring. Mature plants reach 8-10 feet in height and spread 5-7 feet wide, making them superb for hedges or foundational plantings. This hybrid prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Durable and low maintenance, it provides year-round interest with red to black autumn berries.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 5–10Climate Temperate

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — The Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum x burkwoodii) is an enchanting semi-evergreen shrub

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — glossy foliage and highly fragrant

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — white to pinkish flowers in mid-spring

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — Mature plants reach 8-10 feet in height and spread 5-7 feet wide

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — making them superb for hedges or foundational plantings

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — This hybrid prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — Durable and low maintenance, it provides year-round interest with red to black autumn berries

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Caprifoliaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — The Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum x burkwoodii) is an enchanting semi-evergreen shrub

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — glossy foliage and highly fragrant

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — white to pinkish flowers in mid-spring

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — Mature plants reach 8-10 feet in height and spread 5-7 feet wide

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — making them superb for hedges or foundational plantings

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — This hybrid prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — Durable and low maintenance, it provides year-round interest with red to black autumn berries

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — commonly known as Burkwood Viburnum

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — is an enchanting semi-evergreen shrub

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — cherished for its fragrant flowers and year-round interest in the landscape

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — a cross between Viburnum carlesii and Viburnum utile

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — inheres excellent qualities from both parents

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — consider an allotted space that enables a mature size of around 8 to 10 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — The plant flourishes in full sun to partial shade

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — showcasing a bountiful display of intoxicatingly scented

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — clustered in snowball-like inflorescences around 2 to 3 inches in diameter

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — pinkish-white blooms in late spring - typically April to May

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — leathery leaves and dense growth habit provide a lush backdrop for summer perennials

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — while its foliage may transform into striking autumnal hues of red and burgundy

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — Regular watering, especially during dry spells, will ensure its health and vigor

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — Minor pruning may be desired to maintain shape and promote denser growth

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — best performed immediately after flowering to preserve the next year's bloom

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — white flowers in the garden

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — shrub with white blooms

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