Judd Viburnum
Viburnum x juddii
Planted 1984
This variety of viburnum has loosely clustered flowers that are white and fragrant, bloom in the spring. It has dark green, flossy foliage that turns red in the fall. It has berries that ripen from burgundy red to black. Once this plant is established it it drought tolerant and adapts to many soils.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 ft. | 10 ft. | 4-8 | Slow | Medium |
Leaf
Opposite, simple, ovate, and serrated. Glossy green in color and red in the fall.
Fruit
Burgundy red, maturing to black. Pitted, ripens in the fall.
Flower
Cream to tan color, fragrant, and showy. Blooms in spring.
Advantages
Adapts to many different soil types. Drought tolerant once established. Attracts birds and other pollinators.
Disadvantages
Messy fruit, some pruning necessary.