Viburnums

Not long ago, we praised the cornets, a useful and beautiful group of trees and shrubs.  Equally interesting and easily mistaken for the cornets is the viburnum. Most of the 120 or more known species of the genus are native to the North temperate zone and belong to the honeysuckle family.  We are gradually learning … Read more

Why not consider viburnums when planning a shrub border? Not particular to the soil, many varieties of form, height, and foliage texture add color to the fall scene.  Their shiny crimson and black fruit and brilliant red foliage bring new life to the garden as the growing season draws close. Members of a large family … Read more