Viburnum An ornamental collection of deciduous and evergreen shrubs from the Northern Hemisphere, grown for their Spring flowers and overall appeal. Viburnums are shrubs with four seasons of interest. In the Spring, they have white to pink flowers with attractive and often highly textured leaves. Some produce highly perfumed flowers and showy berries. In Autumn their colourful foliage is often a feature. A number of plants are of historical importance. Some are now rare in cultivation. The collection is registered with the Garden Plant Conservation Association of Australia. Key Plants Curator Notes History
Key Plants
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Curator Notes
- Mulch to keep root-run cool and retain moisture.
- Spring and Summer watering is beneficial in drier areas.
- Little pruning necessary.
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History
- 12 Viburnum species in Guilfoyle's 1883 Botanic Garden's Melbourne census. In 1989 established as a pilot Ornamental Plant Collectors Association of Australia (OPCAA) collection.
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