Viburnum charles lamont is a beautiful, deciduous shrub that is native to North America. This shrub is perfect for adding aesthetic appeal to any landscape and is also very easy to care for. With its stunning white flowers and attractive green foliage, viburnum charles lamont is a wonderful addition to any garden.
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About soil condition, Viburnum Charles Lamont grow in moist to wet soils, with a good drainage. It's important to keep the root ball of the plant moist, not soggy or dry. The plant can grow in part shade to full sun.
Not too different with other viburnums, the Charles Lamont doesn't take kindly to too much sun. It needs partial shade to full shade, which means it's a great choice for those shady areas of your yard. Because it's a bit more tolerant of sun than other viburnums, it's a good option for those shady areas that get a little sun. It's also a good choice for underplanting larger trees.
The temperature condition for growing viburnum charles lamont is cool to cold. They need full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. The ideal soil pH is between 6.0 and 7.5. They are generally quite tolerant of different soil types as long as the drainage is good.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50%. If the humidity is too low, the leaves will start to curl and the plant will become stressed. If the humidity is too high, the leaves will start to drop off.
About fertilizer, this type of plant does best with a general-purpose fertilizer that is applied in early spring before new growth begins. For greatest effectiveness, choose a fertilizer that is water-soluble and follow the manufacturer's instructions for application. Regarding watering, deep, infrequent watering is best for establish viburnum. Once established, they are quite drought tolerant.
Pruning vibrum charles lamont is best done in early spring before new growth begins. This shrub can be pruned quite hard if necessary, as it will respond well and produce new growth. It is a good idea to thin out the shrub every few years to allow light and air to reach the center of the plant.
Propagation of viburnum charles lamont is typically done by seed, but can also be done by softwood cuttings taken from new growth in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be about 6 inches long and taken from the tips of the stems. They should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept lightly moist until they are rooted.
Usually, the plant growth rate is speedy and can be counted on for about one foot of new growth annually. However, overall height and size will be determined by the type of soil they are planted in and amount of water and nutrients available. They do best in full sun, but will tolerate some shade. Heavy clay soils should be avoided.
Common problems for this kind of plant are root and stem problems. The most common root problems are white grubs, which can cause serious damage to the roots. The most common stem problems are aphids, which can cause the leaves to turn yellow and fall off.
Source:
Viburnum | Home & Garden Information Center - Clemson University
Viburnum carlesii (Koreanspice Viburnum, Korean Viburnum)
Viburnums | North Carolina Cooperative Extension