What soil does Burkwood viburnum grow in?

It tolerates these soils: average garden soil, clay, sandy, acidic.

Is Burkwood viburnum hardy?

Hardy down to -23 °C (USDA zone 6, RHS H7). It gets through winter everywhere at lower altitudes, but may not survive unprotected in a mountain garden.

How far from the house should Burkwood viburnum be planted?

Plant it at least 1.5 m from buildings. Keep it at least 0.5 m from paving.

When does Burkwood viburnum flower?

Flowering: March–May, white, pink.

How much water does Burkwood viburnum need?

Water need: medium. Drought tolerance: medium.

How much does Burkwood viburnum cost?

It sells for roughly €19 to €79 in local shops, depending on size.

Burkwood viburnum

Viburnum × burkwoodii

Burkwood viburnum (Viburnum × burkwoodii) is a shrub. Light: full sun, part shade. Hardy down to -23 °C. Drought tolerance: medium. Sold in local shops from about €19.

Illustration of Burkwood viburnum — An illustration of the typical shape of the mature plant, not a photo.

What it's good for, and what it isn't

A dense, semi-evergreen shrub whose white flower clusters open from pink buds in April and carry a sweet scent a long way, so plant it near a terrace, door or window. The glossy leaves mostly stay on in mild winters and turn maroon and partly drop in colder ones. It is undemanding and copes well with city air; if it needs pruning, do it right after flowering, because next year's buds form in summer.

Watch out for

Moderately susceptible to viburnum leaf beetle: the larvae can riddle the leaves with holes in spring, but the shrub is rarely killed, and damage is worse in shade. Aphids and leaf spots can occur. The foliage may scorch in a baking, dry position.

Key facts

Light: Full sun, Part shade
Water need: Medium
Care: Low
Size after 10 years: 1.8 m × 1.8 m
Hardiness: down to -23 °C
Foliage: Semi-evergreen
Flowering: J F M A M J J A S O N D March–May, white, pink

Group	Shrub
Light	Full sun, Part shade
Size after 10 years	1.8 m × 1.8 m
Ultimate size	2–3 m × 1.5–3 m
Hardiness	down to -23 °C (USDA 6, RHS H7)
Soil	Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Acidic
Foliage	Semi-evergreen
Flowering	March–May, white, pink
Water need	Medium
Drought tolerance	Medium
Maintenance	Low
Root aggressiveness	Low
Suckering	no
Spreading	Low
Distance from buildings	at least 1.5 m
Distance from paving	at least 0.5 m
Litter	not typical
Planting distance	150 cm
For dogs	no data
For cats	no data
For children	no data
Typical price	from about €19

Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor.

Sizes and prices available

The same plant is sold as a small pot and as a specimen several metres tall, and the price follows. Prices are rounded and for guidance only.

Size	Typical price
30-40 cm	approx. €19
50-60 cm	approx. €24
60-80 cm	approx. €40
80-100 cm	approx. €57
100-125 cm	approx. €79
size not stated	approx. €27

Frequently asked questions

Data updated: October 13, 2026 · How our data is made

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