Viburnum × juddii
judd viburnum
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: April and May
- Flower colour: white
- Other features: red fruits, in autumn, which can cause a mild stomach ache if ingested
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Almost spherical clusters of fragrant, pink-tinted white flowers opening from pink buds in April and May and oval, dark green leaves, sometimes turning red in autumn. This deciduous, spring-flowering viburnum is excellent for a partially shady site with moist, well-drained soil. Rounded and compact in habit, it's perfect for where border space is limited. - Garden care: After flowering lightly cut back established specimens, pruning any misplaced shoots that spoil the symmetry of the plant.
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