Scientific Name
Viburnum utile

Common Name
Service viburnum
 
Hardiness Zones: 6 to 8
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: --
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; prefers moist, well-drained soil
Height: 4 to 6 feet
Width: 4 to 6 feet
Texture: --
Form: Straggly; loose, open; dense
Flower/Fruit: Pink buds open white on a 2 to 3" cyme; mild fragrance; 0.2" red to bluish black drupe
Foliage: Opposite, simple, leathery black-green leaves; 1 to 3" long; wavy appearance; white below; purplish tinge in winter
Comments: Drought and heat tolerant; native
Cultivars: --
   



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