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Korean Spice Viburnum
Viburnum carlesii
Korean Spice Viburnum is prized for its intensely fragrant spring blooms and vibrant fall foliage, making it a standout addition to mixed borders or foundation plantings. Its compact, deer-resistant nature and multi-season interest make it ideal for small gardens, walkways, and entryways, providing both beauty and sensory appeal throughout the year.
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Korean Spice Viburnum (Viburnum carlesii) is a beautiful deciduous shrub known for its intensely fragrant, spicy-scented blooms. Perfect for USDA Hardiness Zones 4-7, this viburnum reaches a mature size of 4-6 feet tall and wide, making it ideal for small gardens, foundation plantings, or mixed borders. In early spring, Korean Spice Viburnum produces clusters of pink buds that open into delicate white flowers, filling the air with a delightful fragrance. These blooms are followed by small red berries that mature to black, adding seasonal interest and attracting birds to your garden.
The rich green foliage of Korean Spice Viburnum turns shades of burgundy and red in the fall, providing stunning autumn color. This versatile shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types, including loamy and well-drained soils. Its compact size and fragrant flowers make it a popular choice for planting near patios, walkways, or entryways, where its spicy scent can be enjoyed up close. Korean Spice Viburnum adds beauty and sensory appeal to any landscape, whether used as a stand-alone specimen or as part of a larger planting scheme.
The Korean Spice Viburnum is a low-maintenance and deer-resistant, perfect for gardeners looking for a resilient, attractive shrub that provides multi-season interest. Once established, this viburnum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal care, making it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners. With its fragrant blooms, colorful foliage, and ability to attract pollinators and birds, Korean Spice Viburnum offers year-round charm and value to any landscape.
| Hardiness Zone: | 4-7 |
|---|---|
| Mature Height: | 4 to 6 Feet |
| Mature Width: | 4 to 6 Feet |
| Classification: | Broad leaved semi-evergreen shrub, spring flowering |
| Sunlight: | Full sun to partial shade |
| Habit: | Upright, densely branched |
| Foliage: | Dark green |
| Flower Color: | White, very fragrant in May |
| Pruning Season: | Prune in summer after flowering |
| Soil Condition: | Any well drained soil |
| Water Requirements: | Water well until established |
| Uses: | Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, mass planting, or a specimen planting |
How to Care for Korean Spice Viburnum
Be sure to read our planting instructions to ensure a healthy and happy Korean Spice Viburnum for years to come!
How Do I Plant A Korean Spice Viburnum?
To plant a Korean Spice Viburnum, start by selecting a location with well-drained soil and either full sun or partial shade for optimal growth and flowering. Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball, allowing the roots plenty of space to spread. Place the shrub in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface, then backfill with soil, gently firming it around the roots to remove air pockets. After planting, water thoroughly to help establish the roots. If planting multiple Korean Spice Viburnum shrubs for a hedge or border, space them about 4-6 feet apart to accommodate their mature size. Mulching around the base of the shrub helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. Keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season, watering deeply once or twice a week, especially during dry spells. Once established, Korean Spice Viburnum becomes more drought-tolerant, requiring less frequent watering. This compact, low-maintenance shrub adapts well to various soil types and thrives in small gardens, mixed borders, or as a foundation planting near walkways, where you can enjoy its fragrant spring blooms up close. With proper planting and care, this viburnum will provide multi-season beauty with its flowers, berries, and fall color.
How Do I Water A Korean Spice Viburnum?
To water a Korean Spice Viburnum, keep the soil consistently moist during its first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Water deeply once or twice a week, especially during dry or hot periods, ensuring that the water reaches the root zone. Mulching around the base of the shrub helps retain moisture and prevents the soil from drying out too quickly. It’s important to avoid overwatering or waterlogging, as Korean Spice Viburnum prefers well-drained soil and too much water can lead to root rot. Once established, Korean Spice Viburnum becomes more drought-tolerant and requires less frequent watering. During normal conditions, natural rainfall may be enough to sustain the shrub, but in extended periods of drought or heat, supplemental watering may be needed. Check the soil regularly, and if the top 1-2 inches are dry, water the shrub deeply. Proper watering encourages healthy growth, vibrant spring blooms, and lush foliage, ensuring your Korean Spice Viburnum continues to thrive and add beauty to your landscape.
How Do I Fertilize A Korean Spice Viburnum?
To fertilize a Korean Spice Viburnum, apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring, just before new growth begins. A general-purpose 10-10-10 or 14-14-14 fertilizer will provide essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, which promote healthy foliage, abundant blooms, and strong root development. Spread the fertilizer evenly around the base of the shrub, avoiding direct contact with the stems or trunk, and water thoroughly after application to help the nutrients penetrate the soil. Fertilizing once a year in spring is usually sufficient to maintain the vigor and beauty of your Korean Spice Viburnum throughout the growing season. For an organic approach, consider top-dressing the soil with compost or well-rotted manure in early spring. This will not only provide slow-releasing nutrients but also improve soil structure and moisture retention. Avoid over-fertilizing, as too much nitrogen can lead to excessive leaf growth at the expense of flowers. With proper fertilization, your Korean Spice Viburnum will produce its signature fragrant white blooms in spring, followed by vibrant fall foliage, enhancing the year-round appeal of your garden.
How Do I Prune A Korean Spice Viburnum?
To prune a Korean Spice Viburnum, the best time is immediately after the shrub finishes blooming in late spring or early summer. Since this viburnum blooms on old wood, pruning after flowering ensures that you don't remove next year’s flower buds. Start by removing any dead, damaged, or diseased branches to maintain the plant’s overall health. Use sharp, clean pruning shears to cut back branches to a healthy bud or lateral branch, and lightly shape the shrub to maintain its natural form. Avoid heavy pruning, as it can reduce the number of blooms the following year. If your Korean Spice Viburnum becomes too dense, thin out some of the older interior branches to improve air circulation and light penetration, which encourages better flowering and overall growth. For a more compact and neat appearance, lightly trim the outer branches, but always keep the natural, rounded shape of the shrub intact. Regular light pruning helps to enhance the shrub's ornamental features, such as its fragrant white blooms and vibrant fall foliage, while keeping the plant healthy and vigorous for many years.
