Chindo Sweet Viburnum
Viburnum awabuki 'Chindo'Viburnum Chindo (Viburnum awabuki ‘Chindo’) is a robust evergreen shrub prized for its rapid growth and dense, upright habit. Its large, glossy leaves create a lush green backdrop throughout the year, making it an excellent choice for privacy hedges, screens, and windbreaks. In spring, clusters of small white flowers appear, adding subtle fragrance and seasonal interest while attracting pollinators.
Highly adaptable, Viburnum Chindo performs well in a wide range of climates and growing conditions. It tolerates heat, humidity, and urban environments, making it a popular landscape shrub for residential and commercial settings. Once established, it requires minimal upkeep and responds well to pruning, allowing gardeners to maintain a neat formal hedge or a more natural shape. With its durability and year-round appeal, it is a reliable solution for structure, screening, and greenery in the garden.
Care Instructions:
Planting:
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-draining soil. Space plants to allow for mature growth and airflow.
Watering:
Water regularly during establishment. Once established, water during extended dry periods.
Pruning:
Prune in late spring or early summer after flowering to maintain shape and control size.
Pest Control:
Generally pest-resistant, though aphids or scale may appear. Treat infestations early with horticultural oil or insecticidal soap.
Soil Tips:
Prefers fertile, well-draining soil but adapts to a range of soil types. Improve heavy soils with organic matter.
