Viburnum farreri 'Nanum' (Dwarf Fragrant Viburnum)
Botanical Information
Family | Adoxaceae (Caprifoliaceae) |
Genus | Viburnum |
Species | farreri |
Cultivar | 'Nanum' |
Category | Woody |
Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
Pronunciation |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5 |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -29 - (-23) |
Temperature (°F) | -4 - 0 |
Height | 1.5 m |
Spread | 1.5 m |
Growth | Slow |
Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | A compact floriferous cultivar with scented pink blooms enveloping the plant in spring and serrated leaves that turn burgundy colour in autumn. |
Shape | Compact rounded. |
Landscape | Suited for use at the front of the of the mixed or shrub border. |
Cultivation | Plant in full sun and good garden soil and mulch annually. |
Notable Specimens | The Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |