Viburnum x burkwoodii

Burkwood Viburnum
 

Mature Size, Growth, Longevity

Average mature size of 8-10' tall and 5-8' wide. Slow to moderate growth rate.

Flower and Fruit Details

Flower buds pink, opening white, in 2-3" clusters, fragrant, occurring in early Spring. Fruits are ellipsoidal-flattened drupes, 0.33" diameter, red turning to black in summer, July-August, usually sparsely produced and of insignificant ornamental importance.

Culture and Care

Prefers sun to partial shade, and moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils. Zones 5-8. Foliage resistant to bacterial leaf spot and powdery mildew; viburnums are relatively free of major problems.

Strengths, Weaknesses, Other Facts

Good heat tolerance.

Suggested Uses

Excellent choice for the shrub border, works well with broadleaf evergreens.

Taxa and Plants of this Species at BCA

The following taxa are (or were) represented in the collections at Boone County Arboretum. Additional taxa may be available in the trade that are not included here.

  • Viburnum x burkwoodii // Burkwood Viburnum ("straight species")
    Shrub.
    Bed 126

  • Viburnum x burkwoodii 'Mohawk' // Mohawk Burkwood Viburnum
    Shrub. A more compact selection only 7' tall and 7.5' wide. Dark red flower buds open to white petals with red-blotched reverse. Brilliant orange-red fall color. Resulted from a backcross of V. burkwoodii x V. carlesii, made in 1953.
    Bed 134 - BS009002 - BS009004