Species viburnum

viburnum

Viburnum 'Eskimo'

Viburnum 'Eskimo' is a hardy, rounded shrub that is native to North America. The glossy, dark green foliage has a faint scent of spicy cinnamon. This medium- sized bush produces showy clusters of white flowers in the spring that attract pollinators. The flowers are followed by bright red berries on the female plants that turn to a dark blue-black in the winter. These glossy fruits provide food for birds during the colder months. Viburnum 'Eskimo' is an excellent choice for adding texture and colour in borders and makes a great addition to any garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

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

Hardiness Zone:

6 - 8

Flowers:

White Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Fruits:

blue,pink,white Fruits Ready In Fall

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Viburnum 'Eskimo' should be watered fairly frequently, as the soil should remain moist but not soggy. Water the plant thoroughly whenever the soil feeling dry to the touch. Check the soil moisture at least once per week, and water until the soil is slightly damp. Additionally, it is important to avoid overwatering by monitoring the soil moisture and allowing the top 1 inch of soil to dry out between each watering. If you find that the plant is wilting despite regular watering, try mulching around the soil to help retain moisture.

sunlight

Viburnum 'Eskimo' requires 6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day to flourish. It prefers full sun, but during peak sunlight hours, it can benefit from light to moderate shade to protect it from the intense sun. If planted in a shadier area, it will still require some direct sunlight each day. Ideally, the best position for this viburnum is 1 that gives it full sun throughout the morning, and some shade in the afternoon to help protect it from too much heat and light during the day.

pruning

Viburnum 'Eskimo' should be pruned annually in early spring, before new growth begins. Prune out dead or diseased branches and gently thin out crowed areas. This viburnum species responds well to shaping and should be pruned to maintain its desired size and shape. Aim to remove no more than 1-third of the branches in a single year. If needed, lightly shear out the ends of the branches after flowering. All pruned cuts should be made 1/4 inch above a leaf, bud, or branch junction to encourage healthy new growth.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
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Dec
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Starts Flowering

Viburnum 'Eskimo' typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May.

Harvest Fruit

snowball Viburnum 'Eskimo' is typically harvested in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

Harvest Fruit

snowball Viburnum 'Eskimo' is typically harvested in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

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