The Chinese viburnum typically starts to produce fruits in late summer, usually in August or September.
Chinese viburnum
Viburnum propinquum
The Chinese viburnum (Viburnum propinquum) is an evergreen shrub native to China and Korea. It has dark green, nearly oval leaves and white blooms in late spring to early summer. Its fragrant flowers attract pollinating insects and can also be used for cut flower arrangements. Subsequent dark blue fruit appear in autumn and may be eaten by birds. The Chinese viburnum is an ideal choice for hedging and can reach up to 6 feet in height and spread. It can also be propagated both by seeds and softwood cuttings. Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, it prefers moist well drained soils in shade to part shade.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 9
Flowers:
Greenish-white Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
blue,black Fruits Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
watering
Chinese viburnum should be watered regularly but lightly. Watering should be done approximately once a week, or when the top soil begins to dry out. Make sure to avoid over watering, which can cause root rot. Water until the soil is moist but not soggy, always check the soil's moisture before each watering. If your plant is in a pot, make sure it has a drainage hole in the bottom to allow excess water to escape. During the warmer months, it is best to water more frequently. Enjoy your Chinese viburnum!
sunlight
Chinese viburnums should be grown in full sunlight for optimal growth. Chinese viburnums should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day and require that sunlight be evenly distributed throughout the day. It is important that the sunlight reaches each side of the plant and be strong enough through the day so the plant can photosynthesize. For more robust growth, Chinese viburnums will benefit from a period of extended sunshine, however, it will need some periods of shade if growing conditions are too hot in the summer months.
pruning
Chinese viburnum should be lightly pruned in late winter or early spring. Prune away dead, diseased or broken branches, which will improve the overall shape of the plant. Light pruning of selective branches may also be done to open up the canopy of the branches allowing more light to reach the center of the plant and giving it a more open appearance. Be sure to avoid shearing or topping as that can lead to bare branches and dieback.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Chinese viburnum typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
The Chinese viburnum typically starts to produce fruits in late summer, usually in August or September.
