Walters viburnum is an ornamental shrub that is native to Asia. This plant is prized for its beautiful white flowers that bloom in the spring. Walters viburnum is a deciduous shrub that grows to a height of 6-10 feet. This shrub prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
About soil condition, the Walters viburnum grows in moist, well-drained soils, but it also tolerate dry, clay soils as long as they are not compacted. It prefers a little more acidity in the soil than neutral, so if your soil is on the alkaline side, consider adding some sulfur to lower the pH.
Like the other flowering plants, the Walters viburnum needs the sun to produce blooms. It should be planted in an area that gets at least six hours of sunlight each day. This shrub can tolerate partial shade, but it will not produce as many flowers in these conditions. If you want a mass of pretty blooms, make sure to give the Walters viburnum plenty of sun.
The temperature condition that is most ideal for the Walters viburnum is one that is cool and moist. This plant is native to North America and can be found in the eastern and central parts of the United States. The Walters viburnum is a deciduous shrub that typically grows to be about six feet tall and wide. This plant has dark green leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. The fruit of the Walters viburnum is a blackberry-like drupe that is edible and often used in jams and jellies.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is between 40-50%. If the humidity level is too low, the leaves will turn brown and crisp. If the humidity level is too high, the leaves will turn yellow and drop off.
Regarding fertilizer, this type of plant does best with a slow-release fertilizer that is high in phosphorus. With regards to the roots, Walters viburnum has a shallow root system, so it is important to make sure that the soil is not too dry.
Pruning is essential to the health and vigor of Walters viburnum. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Remove any dead, diseased, or damaged branches. branch. Cut back any branches that are growing out of bounds. Thin out the center of the plant to encourage air circulation.
Propagation of Walters viburnum is typically done through softwood cuttings taken from new growth in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be 4-6 inches long and taken from the tips of the stems. They should be placed in a moistened rooting medium and kept under mist until roots have formed.
Usually, the plant growth rate plants grow between 6 and 12 inches per year. Some may even grow up to 24 inches per year. The amount of light, water, and nutrients in the soil can affect the growth rate of a plant.
Common problems for this kind of plant are powdery mildew and leaf spot. Both of these problems are caused by fungi. To prevent these problems, make sure to plant your walters viburnum in an area with good air circulation and plenty of sunshine. Also, be sure to water the plant at the base, not from overhead, to keep the leaves dry. If you do see powdery mildew or leaf spot, you can treat it with a fungicide.
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UNF - UNF Landscape - Viburnum obovatum - Walters viburnum
Walters Viburnum Whorled Class - University of Florida
Viburnums | North Carolina Cooperative Extension
