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Decker Prague Viburnum

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Decker Prague Viburnum (Viburnum x pragense 'Decker')

Decker Prague Viburnum (Viburnum x pragense 'Decker'), also known as Decker Viburnum, is a hardy, semi-evergreen shrub prized for its glossy foliage, dense habit, and adaptability. This refined selection of Prague Viburnum offers a compact form with excellent cold tolerance and year-round landscape presence.

Distinctive Features

Growing 6 to 8 feet tall and wide, Decker forms a rounded, dense shape with dark green, leathery leaves that remain evergreen in most climates. Clusters of pink buds open to fragrant white flowers in late spring, followed by red fruits that mature to black. The combination of tidy growth, evergreen foliage, and seasonal interest makes this cultivar particularly well-suited to foundation plantings and screening.

Growing Conditions

  • Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Soil Type: Moist, well-drained loam or sandy soils
  • Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
  • Water Needs: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
  • USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8

Ideal Uses

  • Focal point or evergreen anchor in foundation plantings
  • Compact privacy hedge or screening shrub
  • Mixed borders or backdrops for perennial beds
  • Urban landscapes or tough planting sites
  • Wildlife-friendly gardens with seasonal flowering and fruit

Low Maintenance Care

  • Prune lightly in late winter or after flowering to maintain form
  • Apply mulch annually to support moisture retention and soil health
  • Water deeply during dry periods, especially in the first year
  • Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer if needed
  • Generally pest- and disease-resistant with minimal upkeep

Why Choose Decker Prague Viburnum

  • Evergreen foliage provides year-round interest and coverage
  • Fragrant spring flowers and ornamental fruit enhance seasonal appeal
  • Compact, tidy growth habit fits a wide range of landscape applications
  • Cold-hardy and adaptable to urban or suburban settings
  • A strong, reliable focal point for structure and privacy

Decker Prague Viburnum offers year-round beauty, resilience, and versatility�making it a valuable focal point or screening shrub for both formal and naturalistic garden designs.

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