Viburnum odoratissimum (Sweet Viburnum)

viburnum oderantissima

Sweet viburnum is a wonderfully versatile plant. Use it as a border plant, foundation plant, or a compact hedge.  Easy to care for and resilient, viburnum makes an ideal plant for most gardens.  It is a perfect hedge plant to conceal air conditioners and other mechanical equipment around the home. It is a moderate grower, requiring pruning throughout the growing season.  A gentle trim will keep the plant tidy and attractive. 

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plant tips

  • water

    Moderate; water regularly while establishing, then occasionally once established. Soil should be well-drained.

  • light

    Full sun to partial shade.

  • zone

    7-9.

  • size

    20 feet tall and about 20 feet wide, depending on the variety.

care

Sweet viburnum tolerates most soil types. It prefers direct sun; however, it can handle some dappled shade.  Dig the hole for the rootball about twice as wide as it is deep. This will encourage the roots to spread.  This variety of viburnum produces gorgeous bunches of sweet-smelling flowers in the spring, making it a perfect pollinator plant. Once established, the plant is moderately drought tolerant. Fertilize three times a year, starting in the spring.  Use a well-balanced, all-purpose granular fertilizer.

decor inspo

  • home entry decor

    Placed near doorways or entry paths, Sweet Viburnum provides a welcoming, polished look with its rich foliage and naturally neat shape. It beautifully frames entrances while adding year-round greenery and structure to the home’s exterior.

  • outdoor patio decor

    Sweet Viburnum adds lush greenery to outdoor pot décor with its glossy leaves and dense growth. Planted in decorative containers, it creates a full, elegant accent that enhances patios, balconies, or garden seating areas.
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