Brandywine™ Witherod Viburnum
Shrub
- Very showy viburnum looks stunning in the landscape.
- Amazing pink and blue berries.
- Handsome glossy foliage.
- Native shrub with outstanding fall color.
- Zones 5-9, sun/part sun, 6′ tall x 6′ wide at maturity.
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Common name: Viburnum, Withe-rod viburnum
Zone: 5- 9
Sun exposure: Full sun (6+ hours sun) to part-sun (4-6 hours sun)
Height x width: 5-6' tall and wide
Flower color: White, with pink and blue berries in autumn
Foliage color: Green, turning bright red in fall
Season of Interest: Spring-Fall
Bloom time: Spring
Features: Wet soils, Proven Winners, privacy & screening, native, heat tolerant, deer resistant
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: 6-8 ft 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. Blooms on old wood, but if pruned after bloom, you will eliminate berry formation.
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.
well, I tackled a new area this year. the dead dry place next to pond. I rototilled, amended soil, landscape cloth, drip system and the I put 3 of these intermixed with another 3 Double Play Big Bang® Spirea that I ordered. All arrived healthy and they got into the ground about a week after arriving.
I appreciate the thoughtfulness of the packaging. I know some have complained but the genius way the plastic bag is covering the soil and keeping the plant IN the container along with what moisture can be trapped is appreciated.
We have deer rabbits and groundhogs. This plant has glossy green leaves, has done well with little care its first year and most importantly nothing eats it! Great pick if you have varmints.
Packaging was incredible, ship time was awesome and the plants are VERY healthy. I will definitely be ordering from this company again.
Looks very healthy and its already on the geound. Luckily, I’ve had rain since planting it, so it was sent at the oerfect time (which is very hard to get in Nebraska). I look forward to its growth, changing leaf color, and hopefully seeing a variety of birds on it once it’s big enough to produce the berries!
So far I've ordered 5 shrubs from Great Garden Plants and I love them all. They've only been in the ground about a week but seem to be thriving. I will definitely order more plants from them!
Very healthy plant
My shrubs arrived in perfect health, and they are now thriving in my yard. I am so excited to nurture these beautiful shrubs to glorious maturity. Witherod viburnums are such beautiful shrubs. Everyone should have one … or two … or three ….
I ordered two plants.....one came all perky and ready to plant. One was sickly so I did not plant it. (I think it was a Fedex issue.) I called about 3 weeks after because I was trying to nurse it back to health but it did not make it. I contacted the company and sent a picture and within 15 minutes I had the shipment order for a new one at no charge. It was so awesome to deal with a company that really cares about their customers. I cannot wait to get more plants from them. Thank you!
Great condition with good growth
I loved the way each of my plants was packages and delivered. Very safe and quick. However for the price I had expected much larger plants, like what I could get at a local greenhouse. So far only 3 of my 4 plants have survived the transplant even though we followed proper techniques and have a drip system in place. I will probably order again if only because the varieties I'm looking for are not available near me.
Very healthy plant.
How close to the fence should this be planted
A general guideline for plants is that the roots will spread as much as the above ground portion of the plant. Brandywine™ Witherod Viburnum reaches a mature size of 6 feet tall and wide with a recommended spacing of 6-8 feet apart.
I am new to al this. What time of year is best to plant this one?
That depends on where you live. If you live in a cooler zone, spring is a good time to plant. The rule of thumb for spring planting is to get the plants in the ground once the threat of frost has passed and the ground has become workable. But if you live in a warmer climate, fall might be a better option. The rule of thumb for fall planting is to get the plants in the ground at least 6 weeks before the first hard frost in your area. You can find more information on frost dates here: https://blog.greatgardenplants.com/frost-dates-explained-gardening-for-each-zone-in-spring-fall/
Are they safe for pets
Hi there! For the safety of your furry friends, I would recommend consulting with a veterinarian or checking a reliable source that specifies plant safety for pets.
Is it deer resistant?
This plant is listed as deer resistant. For other plants on our deer resistant collection please click this link https://www.greatgardenplants.com/collections/deer-resistant
Do they lose their leaves in fall?
Yes, it is deciduous in every climate.