What is Burkwood Viburnum?

Burkwood viburnum is a shrub that is part of a plant family caprifoliaceae . It is a hybrid species that was made of viburnum carlesii and viburnum utile . SHUB is equipped with pink white flowers and clusters of fruit that are reddish -brown. Landscapes use this shrub as a living or borderline shrub. It is relatively free of maintenance, but the shrub is influenced by the stain of leaves or mold with powder, both of which are fungal diseases. The crypt is usually called snowball viburnum because the arrangement of flowers resembles a ball of snow. This hybrid shrub has two varieties. Chenaultii shrub is equipped with bronsed fall leaves and usually flowers a week later than Burkwood Viburnum. Another variety is Mohawk, a compact form that contains colorful autumn leaves. viburnum carlesii and viburnum utile are native from East Asia. Hybrid varieties were introduced to the west. Initially, it has an oval upright form, but gradually spreads. Thick leaves consist of darkGreen leaves that have elliptical shapes.

red or pink buds begin to appear in April and flourish into a cup -shaped flower, which have a diameter of about 2.5 inches (6 cm). The petals are white with a pink track and are fragrant. Flowers usually remain on Kero for two weeks.

Burkwood viburnum can be planted in different soils, but for the best results it is recommended to use well drainage soil, which is slightly acidic. It is tolerant of heat and drought conditions. Usually, this shrub is planted in an area that is exposed to direct sunlight, but can survive in a partial shadow.

This shrub is normally planted with Hollies and wax myrtle. Several types of viburnnu can also be placed. These plants usually attract several types of birds.

The main problem with Burkwood viburn is a leaf spot or mold. The leaf spot causes brown or black spots toleaves. Powder mold is characterized by a white coating on leaves and shoots. Both are caused by a fungus and both result in the leaves of the ripple and drop. Spraying fungicide into foliage is the best way to prevent the spread of mushrooms.