Korean Spice Viburnum

Viburnum carlesii

Huge waxy pink blooms with a spicy aroma fade to white in large clusters. Berries in the fall turn from bright red to black. Autumn foliage turns burgundy and scarlet. Works well in foundation plantings, behind perennial beds, and as a shrub border. To enjoy the scent, place plants next to windows, patios, and living rooms.

Plant Type Shrubs
Hardiness Zone 4-7
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall
Height3' - 6' (ft), 6' - 8' (ft)
Spread3' - 6' (ft), 6' - 8' (ft)
Spacing 48" - 72" (in)
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Fruit & Berries, Plant of Merit, Showy
Tolerance
Attracts Birds
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens
Korean Spice Viburnum | Viburnum carlesii || Huge waxy pink blooms with a spicy aroma fade to white in large clusters. Berries in the fall turn from bright red to black. Autumn foliage turns burgundy and scarlet. Works well in foundation plantings, behind perennial beds, and as a shrub border. To enjoy the scent, place plants next to windows, patios, and living rooms.
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Spring, Summer, Fall, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained, Fragrant, Fruit & Berries, Plant of Merit, Showy, Attracts Birds, Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens
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