Prague Viburnum
Viburnum x pragnense
Planted 1964
This viburnum is known for its cold hardiness. It can be evergreen unless winter temperatures get to be below 0 degrees fahrenheit; this will cause the bush to die back but it will regrow in the spring. White flowers bloom in the spring, and black fruits ripen in the fall. This bush attracts butterflies and birds.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 ft. | 10 ft. | 5-8 | Moderate | Medium |
Leaf
Alternate, simple, glossy, and green. Evergreen unless damaged by the cold.
Fruit
Bright red fruits ripening to a glossy black in the fall. Persistent into December.
Flower
White, slightly fragrant. Flat-topped cyme blooming in the spring.
Advantages
Cold hardy to 0 degrees fahrenheit, attracts wildlife.
Disadvantages
Somewhat susceptible to diseases and pests.