Leatherleaf Viburnum

Viburnum rhytidophyllum

Shrub4×5 mzone 5–9full shade

Profile

Family: Viburnaceae
Habit: Shrub
Height: 4 m
Spread: 5 m
Growth: medium
Lifespan: 40 years
First yield: after 3 years
Hardiness: zone 5–9
Shade tolerance: full shade
Soil: Sand, Silt, Loam, Clay
Soil moisture: moist – very wet
pH: 5 – 8
Synonyms: Leatherleaf arrowwood, Wrinkled viburnum

evergreensuitable for hedges

Flowering & harvest

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Flowering
Fruit harvest

Times apply to the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate and shift with altitude and cultivar.

Uses

Edible1 of 10

Medicinal1 of 10

Other uses1 of 10

Growing

Leatherleaf Viburnum prefers a location in full sun to partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. The plant is relatively undemanding regarding soil type and pH. Regular watering during dry periods is recommended. Propagation is done by semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer. After flowering in summer, pruning can be done to maintain shape and encourage growth.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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