Species Koreanspice viburnum

Koreanspice viburnum

Viburnum carlesii

Koreanspice viburnum is a winter-blooming shrub native to Korea and Japan. It produces fragrant, pink-tinted white flowers that bloom in flat-topped clusters. These are followed by red fruits that change to blue-black when ripe. Its leathery leaves turn bright crimson in autumn. Plant it in full sun for best flowering, and prune as needed. Koreanspice viburnum is deer and rabbit resistant, making it perfect for wildlife gardens. It is a welcome addition to any landscape, offering flowers and foliage year round in a striking display.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 7

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Fruits:

red,black Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Koreanspice viburnum (Viburnum carlesii) should be watered 2 to 3 times per week, sufficient to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Be sure to check the soil moisture regularly to avoid overwatering – if the top inch of soil is dry, the plant needs water. Water the plant until liquid runs out of the base of the pot. To ensure the plant receives adequate moisture in the summer months, consider using soil with high organic matter or placing mulch around the plant. Reduce watering to once per week in the winter months, when the plant is dormant and does not require as much moisture.

sunlight

Koreanspice viburnum (Viburnum carlesii) requires at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily in order to thrive. However, too much direct sunlight can cause the leaves to become sun damaged, so it should be planted in a spot that receives morning sun and afternoon shade. In warmer climates, it will benefit from some afternoon shade to protect it during the hottest part of the day.

pruning

Koreanspice viburnum should be pruned to keep a neat, attractive shape. When pruning Koreanspice viburnum, it's important to do it at the right time. Generally, light pruning should be done after flowering and more extensive pruning should be done in early spring, just before new growth begins. Pruning should be kept minimal, as Koreanspice viburnum looks best when left in its natural, rather unkempt shape. Pruning may be done lightly by removing any crossing, dead, diseased or broken branches year round. Heavy pruning should be done with care since it can be stressful to the plant and slow the rate of flowering. When pruning, make sure to cut right to the branch collar or point of origin to reduce stress. Koreanspice viburnum is a low-maintenance plant, so you don't need to prune too much or too often.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
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Starts Flowering

Koreanspice viburnum typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Viburnum carlesii typically begins in late May or early June.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Viburnum carlesii typically begins in late May or early June.

Hardiness Map