Lil Ditty® Dwarf Viburnum
Shrub
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- Valuable dwarf viburnum-great for small spaces!
- Enjoy lacy white flowers in spring.
- This native plant is beloved by pollinators.
- Zones 3-8, sun/part sun, 2' tall x 2' wide at maturity.
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Description
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Patent #: PP 27,549
Common name: Viburnum, Withe-rod viburnum
Zone: 3-8
Sun exposure: Full sun (6+ hours sun) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 1-2' tall and wide
Flower color: White
Foliage color: Green
Season of Interest: Spring-Fall
Bloom time: Late spring
Features: Wet soils, space savers, Proven Winners, native, deer resistant, cold tolerant
Uses: Specimen, landscaping, pollinator gardens, native plant gardens
How to Grow
Light: Full sun (6+ hrs/day) to part-sun (4-6 hrs sun/day)
Water: Average to moist.
Space: 1 - 2' apart.
Fertilizing: Apply a granular rose or garden fertilizer in early spring if desired.
Winterizing: A good 2-3" layer of mulch is recommended.
Maintenance & Pruning: No pruning is required. If you do wish to prune, do so immediately after blooming since viburnums bloom on old wood.
No pollinator is required for berries to form.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
I ordered 3 Lil Ditty Viburnums. They arrived packaged very carefully & only lost a few leaves. All 3 are doing beautifully - I can’t wait to see them next year.
I ordered 8 of these. They arrived small, with brown edges or spots on most leaves. I contacted customer service and was told it was just sunburn. The plant says it likes full sun. Kind of doubt any of these will flourish. Bummed.
Hello! We're sorry to hear that you're having trouble with your viburnum. Our horticulture expert has a few recommendations. Make sure that the plant is receiving enough water. Also, we highly recommend watering early in the morning or in the evening avoiding getting water on the leaves. Getting water on the leaves during the hottest part of the day will increase the burn. If you have any additional questions, please reach out to us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to further assist you. Happy Gardening!
Purchased 6 Spring 2021. Planted in full North Carolina sun. Did they burn? You bet. Figured wouldn't survive. Barely watered them. Spring 2022 they all came back, although puny, and two each had one flower. Leaves didn't burn. Sigh. Spring 2023 they are all strong and healthy, all covered in glossy green leaves and beautiful white flowers. So there.
Arrived in great shape, I planted as instructed and within a week they don’t look good, unfortunately I think the rabbits are chewing on them.
I sprayed them with a rabbit and deer repellent and am hoping they willleaf out again
Hi Patricia,
We are so glad that your plants arrived in great shape! So sorry about the rabbits eating them, unfortunately Lil Ditty® Dwarf Viburnum is not a rabbit resistant plant, but your use of the deer/rabbit resistant spray should help with the problem! If you still are having an issue with the plant, don't hesitate to email a picture to [email protected] as long as you are within the 60 day guarantee!
We also would recommend shopping our deer and rabbit resistant collection in the future! https://www.greatgardenplants.com/products/deer-rabbit-resistant-perennials-collection
Happy Gardening!
I order a fair amount of specific landscape plants because I’m choosy as to ultimate size and micro climate needs & was pleasantly surprised as to the overall size, quality and health of your plant. Thank you !
Great plant
Great small shrub
I have ordered plants from a number of companies and Great Garden Plants is the absolute best.The delivery is on time and the plants are in good condition.
Also, if you have an issue they will promptly take care of the matter. I don't think I will waste my time ordering from other companies that are deceptive and unreliable.
All arrived healthy. They have been in the ground for 3 weeks and are still doing well. Looking forward in seeing how they do in Arkansas' hot and humid Julys.
I would like a Lil Ditty Viburnum. I do not want to have my information on the internet. Please provide a phone number I can call to place my order. Thank You
Hello! You can place an order over the phone by calling 877-447-4769. We look forward to hearing from you!
What do you have for
a pollinator partner for Lil Ditty ??
Unfortunately, there isn't a pollinator for Lil Ditty Viburnum on the market at this time. But that doesn't mean this shrub doesn't have anything to offer! In spring, lacy white flowers attract pollinators and its compact size means there's room for it in every garden.
will the deer eat it???
This viburnum is considered to be deer resistant.
Can I trim each year to keep the Lil Ditty very small?
No pruning is required to keep this viburnum its tidy compact size of 2 feet tall and wide. However, if you wish to prune it, do so after blooming since viburnums bloom on old wood.
Is the Lil' Dirty viburnum evergreen in Zone 6?
This plant is suitable for zone 3 - 8 and is a deciduous shrub. It will loose its foliage in the winter. It is not an evergreen.