Viburnum sargentii Onondaga

<p>Decorative with their <strong>delicate blooms</strong>, <strong>colourful berries</strong>, and <strong>foliage</strong>—which often takes on stunning autumn hues—Viburnums have it all! <strong>In winter</strong> or <strong>spring</strong>, they adorn flowerbeds with their generous <strong>white</strong> or <strong>blush-pink blossoms</strong>. Once flowering ends, red, black, or blue berries create fresh garden appeal and attract birds. Come autumn, the leaves of <strong>deciduous species</strong> turn magnificent shades of red or orange, as seen in <em>Viburnum opulus</em> (Guelder Rose), <em>Viburnum lantana</em>, and <em>Viburnum plicatum</em>. Meanwhile, <strong>evergreen species</strong> like <em>Viburnum tinus</em> (Laurustinus), <em>Viburnum davidii</em>, or <em>Viburnum rhytidophyllum</em> retain their foliage, remaining decorative in winter! Planted <strong>as hedges</strong>, they form a lush screen to shield against prying eyes during the colder months. </p> <p>Fairly easy to grow, Viburnums require <strong>minimal maintenance</strong>. Most are <strong>highly hardy</strong> and thrive in <strong>full sun</strong> or <strong>partial shade</strong>. They prefer rich, moist, well-drained soil but generally adapt to most soil types, favouring slightly acidic conditions. Particularly <strong>pollution-resistant</strong>—especially <em>Viburnum opulus</em>, <em>Viburnum tinus</em>, and <em>Viburnum davidii</em>—they’re ideal for urban or polluted environments. </p> <p><em>Viburnum tinus</em> ‘Eve Price’ or <em>Viburnum lantana</em> work perfectly in a <strong>mixed hedge</strong> alongside other deciduous or evergreen shrubs! Meanwhile, <em>Viburnum plicatum</em> and <em>Viburnum opulus</em> ‘Roseum’ (also known as <em>Snowball Tree</em>) boast such spectacular blooms that they make striking standalone specimens—planted, for example, in the middle of a lawn. Other species can be used to create a vibrant shrub border.</p>