Plant more than one for cross pollination in the shrub border, house foundation plantings, or hedges.
Viburnum x burkwoodii 'Conoy'
Burkwood Viburnum
Tips for Homeowners:
Prune as needed after flowering (leave flowers to allow for berries in the fall). Another variety, not necessarily the same variety, may be necessary for cross-pollination for an increase in berry production.
Rate this Plant:
The dark green leaves serve as perfect accent to the white flowers and the red berries that stay on the shrub for 6-8 weeks.
- Fragrant, white flowers in the spring
- Drought, heat and pollution tolerant
- Evergreen in zones 7-8
Height: 4-5 ft
Spread: 7-8 ft
Zone: 5-8
Color: White
Interesting Notes about Burkwood Viburnum:
Pink flower buds open to creamy white flowers and are surprisingly non-fragrant. This shrub has a nice compact form with glossy, wavy dark green leaves. Red fruit matures to black and lasts into the winter.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Attractive fruit
- Drought Tolerant
- Low Maintenance
- Fragrant
- Spring Bloomer
- Fall Color
- Specimen
- Mass Planting
- Summer Bloomer
Foliage Color:
- Red
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water