SCIENTIFIC NAME: Viburnum plicatum tomentosum 'Mariesii'

COMMON NAME: Mariesii Doublefile Viburnum

GARDEN SIZE: 6-8 feet tall x 8-10 feet wide

GROWTH RATE: Moderate

USDA ZONE: 5-8

EXPOSURE: Full sun to Part shade

WATER & SOIL: Prefers average, well-drained soils. Tolerates a range of soil types. Requires regular watering after planting, but is drought tolerant once established.

HABIT (FORM): Broadly rounded with tiered horizontal branches

FOLIAGE: Deciduous; Green, with occasional fall color

FLOWERS: Large, showy white lacecap clusters bloom in late spring and ornamental red berries in fall; excellent for cutting

PLANT ORIGIN: Japan and China

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: May provide some nesting sites and shelter for birds and small mammals, but does not serve as much of a host for local insects and wildlife. May provide food for insects in the spring.

FERTILIZING: Apply evergreen fertilizer in the spring and fall.

PRUNING: Minimal pruning recommended. If pruning is needed, hand pruning is suggested for best results.

TOXICITY FLAGS: Generally considered non-toxic to dogs, cats, and horses.

USES: Specimen, Screening, Foundation Planting