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Eskimo Fragrant Viburnum

Viburnum x 'Eskimo'

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Viburnum

Discover the Eskimo Fragrant Viburnum, a beautiful addition with fragrant blooms and attractive foliage.

Mature Height: 4-5 feet
Mature Width: 4-6 feet
Bloom Color: White, Pink
Bloom Time: Mid to Late Spring
Light: Part Sun/Part Shade
Zone: Zones 4-8
Maintenance: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Spring
Foliage: Deciduous
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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Eskimo Fragrant Viburnum is a delightful shrub known for its fragrant blooms and attractive foliage. It adds beauty to any garden with its lovely flowers and is appreciated for its ornamental value.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Tolerates a range of moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with moderate moisture; adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Fragrant flowersattractive foliage

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding fragrance to gardens; consider spacing for mature size.

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Is Eskimo Fragrant Viburnum a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

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