Doublefile Viburnum (Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum)
ID
2901-1041NP
Summary
Foliage: Deciduous broadleaf
Height: 10 feet
Spread: 12 feet
Shape: Upright with horizontal branching pattern
Doublefile viburnum is a large wide spreading shrub with a horizontal branching habit and a spectacular flower display in spring.
Plant Needs
Zone: 4 to 8
Light: Partial shade to full sun
Moisture: Moist
Soil Type: Sandy, loam, or clay
pH Range: 3.7 to 7.0
Functions
Suggested uses for this plant include border, screen, and massing.
Planting Notes
Requires well-drained, moist soil. Will not tolerate heavy, clay soils with poor drainage. Plant in full sun for best flowering.
Care
Easy to maintain.
Problems
No serious pest problems.
Alternatives
Consult local garden centers, historic or public gardens and arboreta, regarding cultivars and related species that grow well in your area.
Cultivars of Viburnum plicatum:
`Mariesii' has larger and more abundant flowers. ‘Roseum' has flowers that open white and fade to pink.
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Publication Date
March 7, 2024
