Cayuga Viburnum
Cayuga Viburnum (Viburnum x carlcephalum 'Cayuga')
Cayuga Viburnum (Viburnum x carlcephalum 'Cayuga') is a hybrid flowering shrub prized for its powerful fragrance, compact growth habit, and resilient performance in a range of landscapes. Also known as Cayuga Fragrant Viburnum, this selection is a standout for its dense flower clusters and attractive fall foliage.
Distinctive Features
'Cayuga' typically grows 4 to 6 feet tall and wide, forming a rounded, well-branched shrub. Its pink flower buds open to highly fragrant, white snowball-shaped blooms in mid-spring. Leaves emerge with a bronze tint, maturing to dark green, then turning rich burgundy-red in autumn.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
- Water Needs: Moderate
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8
Ideal Uses
- Focal point near outdoor living spaces
- Foundation plantings or shrub borders
- Fragrance and sensory gardens
- Mixed perennial beds and woodland edges
- Pollinator-friendly gardens
Low Maintenance Care
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape
- Apply mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
- Water during prolonged dry periods
- Generally disease and pest resistant
Why Choose Cayuga Viburnum
- Richly fragrant blooms with reliable performance
- Compact, symmetrical form fits many garden spaces
- Seasonal interest from bud to fall foliage
- Low maintenance and easy to grow
- Ideal fragrant focal point for smaller landscapes
Cayuga Viburnum delivers head-turning scent, classic beauty, and compact size, making it an excellent focal point in fragrant, multi-season gardens.
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