Species witherod viburnum

witherod viburnum

Viburnum cassinoides

The Witherod Viburnum (Viburnum cassinoides) is an attractive native shrub that thrives in full sun to partial shade. It grows to a height of 10-12 feet, and its foliage turns from green to a gorgeous purple- red shade in the fall. Its delicate white flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, providing a welcome burst of color, while its bright blue berries in the fall are enjoyed by both birds and humans alike. The Witherod Viburnum is easy to care for and makes an excellent choice for a low maintenance landscape.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

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

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 8

Flowers:

Creamy white Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Fruits:

blue,black Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Witherod Viburnum generally requires regular watering, from 1-2 times per week. It is best to allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. During hot and dry periods, water more frequently. Water deeply, providing enough water so that it penetrates down to the roots. Overly wet and compacted soils should be avoided.

sunlight

The amount and timing of sunlight for witherod viburnum (Viburnum cassinoides) depends on the variety. For deciduous varieties, spring and summer sunshine helps provide the best blooms. They should receive around 6-8 hours of direct sunlight a day. For evergreen varieties, witherod viburnum prefers partial shade. This would mean around 2-4 hours of direct sunlight a day, and a good balance between sunshine and protection from harsh midday and afternoon sun. Witherod viburnum prefers moist, well-drained soil and will tolerate some periods of drought. It also prefers soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.

pruning

When pruning a Witherod Viburnum, it's best to prune them in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. A general rule is to prune them lightly, removing no more than 1-third of the total number of branches. This will help to encourage larger flower production as well as make the shrub more manageable and aesthetically pleasing. It's also important to remove any dead branches, so that the shrub has a healthy shape.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Viburnum cassinoides typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.

Starts Flowering

The witherod viburnum typically starts flowering in April.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Viburnum cassinoides typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.

Hardiness Map