Viburnum cassinoides is a species of shrub in the viburnum family, Viburnaceae. It is native to eastern North America.
Walter's viburnum is resistant to disease and is generally not susceptible to illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they finish blooming. Walter's viburnum is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand much gardening experience.
How to keep Viburnum Cassinoides.
Light
Walter's viburnum is native to open habitats like sunny meadows and forest edges where light is abundant. It does best in full sun but will also tolerate partial sun, adapting well to different light levels.
Temperature
Walter's viburnum is fairly adaptable to temperature, able to endure higher heat and wider temperature fluctuations. In hot conditions, you should pay attention to irrigation and provide suitable shade to prevent sunburn. Conversely, Walter's viburnum tolerates low temperatures poorly. It can handle some cold, but very low temperatures can cause frost damage.
Fertilizer
Timing is essential for fertilizing Walter's viburnum. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue monthly until early summer. The fertilizer promotes attractive blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth phases.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Viburnum
- Family
- Viburnaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7-9
- Mature Height
- 1.83 m to 8.23 m
- Mature Spread
- 1.83 m to 3.05 m
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green, Forest Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 1.02 cm
- Bloom Time
- Early spring, Mid spring
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Other names.
