Viburnum opulus Compactum
Viburnum opulus Compactum
Viburnum opulus Compactum
Guelder Rose, Cramp Bark, European Cranberry Bush, Snowball Tree, Water Elder
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Audrey, 07/04/2023
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Description
The Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' is a variety of guelder rose slightly more compact than the species from which it originates, making it easier to incorporate in small gardens, informal hedges or even as a decorative element in flower beds. The deciduous foliage is dark green and turns red in autumn, the cream-white flowers bloom from May to June and then give way to beautiful red berries sought after by birds.
Native to western Asia and western Europe, the Viburnum opulus is a bushy shrub which is very easy to grow and belongs to the adoxaceae family. The 'Compactum' variety is distinguished by its compact habit, forming a bush 1.5 (5 ft) to 2m (7 ft) in height and 1 to 1.5m (3ft - 5 in) in width. Its abundant flowers, which bloom from May to June, form beautiful flat corymbs, 8cm (3.1in) in diameter. A cream-white row of larger sterile flowers attracts pollinating insects to a core of smaller fertile flowers. This very generous flowering is followed by fruiting from September to October. The berries are spherical and measure 5mm (0.2in) in diameter, their bright red colour gives them undeniable decorative interest. They remain on the bush for a good part of the winter and guarantee visits from birds. The leaves, with 3 to 5 lobes, measure up to 10cm (3.9in) in length. The bark of this shrub is yellowish-grey.
Hardy down to -20°C (-4°F), Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' thrives in sunny or semi-shaded locations. It can be used as a standalone plant to attract attention in small gardens, as hedges or in flower beds in larger gardens. It is highly appreciated for its dual appeal, beautiful spring flowering and autumn colour. It is not very demanding and can thrive in relatively deep and moist soil. In a rustic atmosphere, create an informal hedge with an Acer campestre, shrubby honeysuckles, European spindle trees, and one or two botanical or old-fashioned roses.
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Viburnum
opulus
Compactum
Adoxaceae
Guelder Rose, Cramp Bark, European Cranberry Bush, Snowball Tree, Water Elder
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Hardy down to -20°C (-4°F), the Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' thrives in sunny or semi-shaded locations. Plant it in a moist and deep soil from March to June and from September to November.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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