Sweet viburnum hedge is an attractive, fast-growing shrub that is perfect for use as a hedge or screen. It can grow up to 15 feet tall and is covered in small, white flowers in the spring. The flowers are followed by blue-black berries that are popular with birds.
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About soil condition, sweet viburnum hedge can grow in average, well-drained soil, but prefer slightly acidic, sandy loam. Full sun is the best exposure for sweet viburnum, but it will tolerate some shade, especially if the soil is kept moist.
Not too different with other viburnum, sweet viburnum hedge will do best in full sun to part shade. It is a fast growing hedge that can get up to 6 feet tall. Sweet viburnum hedge is a great plant for privacy screening or as a backdrop in the landscape.
The temperature condition that is ideal for sweet viburnum hedge is between 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. This is because the hedge can experience growth during this temperature range and the leaves will be able to absorb more sunlight. If the temperature is too cold, the hedge may not be able to grow as much and the leaves will not be able to absorb as much sunlight. If the temperature is too hot, the hedge may experience leaf scorch, which is when the leaves turn brown and dry out.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is around 50%. If the humidity level drops below 30%, the leaves may start to turn brown and drop off. If the humidity level rises above 70%, the leaves may start to turn yellow and drop off.
Regarding fertilizer, this family of plant doesn't need a lot. In fact, too much fertilizer can actually harm the plant. The best way to provide nutrients to a sweet viburnum hedge is through the roots. This can be done by top dressing the soil with compost or manure every few years.
Pruning is an important part of keeping your sweet viburnum hedge looking its best. The best time to prune is in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. You should remove any dead or diseased branches, as well as any that are crossing or rubbing against each other. You can also trim back the hedge to the desired shape and size.
Propagation is best accomplished through semi-ripe cuttings taken in late summer. The cuttings should be about 6 inches long and should be taken from new growth. Cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained rooting medium and placed under mist. Cuttings will root in 4 to 6 weeks. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted to their permanent location.
Usually, the plant growth rate well in full sun to partial shade. In fact, they can even tolerate deep shade, although they may not bloom as profusely in those conditions. They prefer a moist, well-drained soil but are tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay. Sweet viburnum are generally slow-growing when young, but once they reach maturity, they can grow quite rapidly.
Common problems for this kind of plant are?mildew, leaf spots, and root rot. To prevent these diseases, water the hedge?deeply and regularly during dry weather. Fertilize in early spring with a?slow-release fertilizer.
Source:
Sweet Viburnum - Tree selection - Landscape plants - Edward F.
Viburnum lentago - North Carolina State University
Viburnum odoratissimum: Sweet Viburnum - University of Florida