Green Trump Leatherleaf Viburnum
Green Trump Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum rhytidophyllum 'Green Trump')
Green Trump Leatherleaf Viburnum (Viburnum rhytidophyllum 'Green Trump') is a semi-evergreen shrub with bold foliage, upright structure, and year-round presence. Also known as Green Trump Viburnum, this cultivar is prized for its coarse-textured leaves, reliable flowering, and refined form, offering both visual weight and natural beauty to larger landscapes.
Distinctive Features
This selection reaches 8 to 10 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide, forming an upright, rounded habit with dense branching. Its leathery, deeply veined green leaves have distinctive silvery undersides and remain evergreen in milder climates. Creamy white flower clusters appear in mid-spring, followed by ornamental red berries that mature to black, attracting birds and other wildlife.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained loam, clay, or sandy soils
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
- Water Needs: Moderate; somewhat drought-tolerant once established
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8
Ideal Uses
- Focal point shrub in foundation or back-of-border plantings
- Privacy screen or evergreen hedge with architectural form
- Wildlife gardens and bird-friendly landscapes
- Woodland edges or shade-tolerant mixed shrub borders
- Naturalistic and low-maintenance landscape designs
Low Maintenance Care
- Prune after flowering to control size or maintain structure
- Apply mulch annually to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
- Water during dry spells in the first growing seasons
- Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release blend
- Generally pest- and disease-resistant in most conditions
Why Choose Green Trump Leatherleaf Viburnum
- Bold, evergreen foliage creates year-round structure
- Spring blooms and late-season berries support pollinators and birds
- Sturdy, upright habit fits screening or specimen applications
- Adaptable to sun or shade and diverse soil types
- A reliable focal point for gardens needing texture and presence
Green Trump Leatherleaf Viburnum delivers strong structure, lasting foliage, and seasonal wildlife value�making it a dependable focal point for privacy, screening, or naturalistic garden designs.
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