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Viburnum ichangense Ichang Viburnum

Photo Courtesy of Michael Dirr

Viburnum ichangense

Ichang Viburnum

An upright-spreading shrub growing 6-10' high and 4-6' wide.  Although flower fragrance is described as not pleasant, the spectacular red fruit display more than make up for this shortcoming.  A bronze color may be evidenced on emerging leaves but not consistent.  Autumn coloration is reddish-purple.  Native to Hubei, China.  Zone 5 



USDA Hardiness Zone:

5


Height:

6-10 Feet

Spread:

4-6 Feet

Viburnum ichangense Characteristics

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Moderate

Habit

  • Upright, spreading

Soil Requirements

  • Moist, well drained
  • Acid

Sun Requirements

  • Full Sun to Part Shade

Fall Color

  • Reddish-purple

Flowering Season

  • Mid to late May

Fragrant Flowers

  • No

Fruit

  • Abundant and showy
  • Persistant
  • Red

Native to

  • Hubei, China