Viburnum farreri 'Nanum' (Dwarf Fragrant Viburnum)


Botanical Information

FamilyAdoxaceae (Caprifoliaceae)
GenusViburnum
Speciesfarreri
Cultivar'Nanum'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone5
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-29 - (-23)
Temperature (°F)-4 - 0
Height1.5 m
Spread1.5 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodMay

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA compact floriferous cultivar with scented pink blooms enveloping the plant in spring and serrated leaves that turn burgundy colour in autumn.
ShapeCompact rounded.
LandscapeSuited for use at the front of the of the mixed or shrub border.
CultivationPlant in full sun and good garden soil and mulch annually.
Notable SpecimensThe Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.

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