Alleghany Viburnum

Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Alleghany'

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Semi-Evergreen Leatherleaf Foliage with Fragrant Spring Blooms Year-Round Interest
Thrives in Zones 5-8
Grows 8-10 ft Tall and Wide
Showy Yellow, White Blooms From Early Spring to Late Spring
Great Choice for Privacy Screen or Hedge

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: For the best berry production and densest foliage, plant in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct light). While it handles partial shade well, you will notice fewer flowers and a more open, leggy growth habit in deeper shade.
Soil: This viburnum loves rich, well drained soil but is famous for its "iron clad" ability to handle heavy clay. If your soil is thick like modeling clay, mix in some compost at planting time to help the roots oxygenate and establish faster.

Watering Requirements

During the first two growing seasons, provide about one inch of water per week to help the root system anchor deeply. Once established, Alleghany Viburnum is remarkably drought tolerant and can handle dry spells without wilting. However, inconsistent moisture during the summer can lead to smaller fruit clusters or premature leaf drop, so a deep soaking during extreme heat keeps it looking lush.

Pruning Tips

Since this plant sets its flower buds in the fall, you should only prune immediately after it finishes blooming in late spring. Pruning too late in the year removes the "old wood" where next year's flowers are waiting to emerge. Think of it like a light haircut to maintain shape or remove dead wood, which encourages the shrub to push out fresh, vigorous growth from the center.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring just as the new leaves begin to unfurl. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer or fall, as this forces soft, tender growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost. This "soft" growth is much more susceptible to winter kill and can weaken the overall structure of the plant.

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Ever-impressive - The Alleghany Viburnum (Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Alleghany') is a wonderful choice for a low-maintenance and hard-working addition to the garden! Also known as the Leatherleaf Viburnum, it's a living contradiction between rugged adaptability and delightfully frilly fragrant flowers! All wrapped up into one truly adaptive spirit! This shrub is an excellent choice for long-lasting beauty that won't go out of style!

The Alleghany Viburnum is a garden classic with showy flat-topped yellow-white clusters of fragrant blooms that shine brightly through spring! They'll be smothered in bees and butterflies the entire time they're open for business! While these tasteful flowers glow in the springtime sun, they are made even more dramatic by the Alleghany Viburnum's backdrop of leathery, glossy, deep green leaves.

The ovular shape and deep veining of these leaves make them even more delightful in fall when the Alleghany Viburnum is deciduous and brightens to a golden yellow and orange in colder climates. If green is your color, you're in luck! Because the Alleghany Viburnum keeps its green all year long in southern zones and during mild winters of USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

This peppy plant also boasts bright red berries that age to a deep blue-black as they ripen and mature. Birds and squirrels truly love these charming berries. Don't be surprised when birds nest nearby the berry buffet for easy access to one of their favorite meals. Keep the buffet well-stocked by planting a pollinating partner. Try other Alleghany or pair up with the Lantana Viburnum for more fruit per shrub and fat, happy songbirds!

Planting and Application:

No matter where you plant your Alleghany Viburnum, its beauty and strength will not go to waste. Of course, it makes a wonderful addition to the wildlife garden and many landscapers find the Alleghany Viburnum to be one of the best-performing shrubs for a large-scale informal hedge or screen. Others use this showy plant as an anchor next to the home, garage, or shed. The Alleghany Viburnum also makes a wonderful choice when staggered for an unbreakable windbreak or to hold back winter's drifting snow, while providing wonderful privacy for you!

Viburnums are traditional additions to the cottage or rustic garden and the dark-green foliage creates the perfect backdrop for your other smaller shrubs and perennials. When it comes to wildlife, these are ideal shrubs for shelterbelts, groupings that create habitat, bird-friendly smorgasbords, and pollinator buffets! Deer rarely bother these shrubs and their vigorous growth easily competes with them in higher populated areas.

White-to-Yellow Sweetly Scented Blooms
Deep Olive Green Textured, Crinkled Leathery Foliage
Upright Vigorous Growth & Rugged Adaptability
Major Nectar & Berry Resource for Pollinators & Birds
Charming and Attractive Windbreak, Naturalizing, Hedge, Screen & Wildlife Interest

#ProPlantTips for Care:

An easily grown Viburnum variety, Alleghany prefers well-drained soil in full sun. They can grow in heavy clay soil but grows best in alkaline soils. Tolerant of both full sun and part shade, these hardy plants appreciate some afternoon shade in the hotter growing zones during summer. Once established, Lantana Viburnum handles dry soils and is drought tolerant, pest and disease-free and rarely damaged by deer.

Mainly grown as an ornamental tree or shrub for its flowers and berries, so be sure to only prune right after the flowers have just finished so you don't remove next year's blooms! Any pruning however will remove your songbird's fall feast. Renewal prune every 3-4 years by removing the oldest fattest stems to the ground and encouraging new growth and by skipping pruning and only renewal pruning you will still enjoy berries.

Full Sun to Partial Shade
Most Well-Drained Soils & Alkaline, Saline, Clay Soil & Juglone Tolerant
Tolerates Average to Moist Soil - Drought Tolerant Once Established
Easy to Prune & Low Maintenance
Deer Rarely Bother These Modest Suckering Naturalizing Shrubs

This exciting and vibrant shrub is a great choice for gardeners looking for reliable beauty with the added bonus of being beneficial for wildlife. Hurry and order the Alleghany Leatherleaf Viburnum from NatureHills.com today!

Botanical Name

Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Alleghany'
Class

Magnoliopsida
Species

x rhytidophylloides
Cultivar

Alleghany
Growing Zones

5-8
Height

8-10 ft
Width

8-10 ft
Sunlight

Full sun
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color

Yellow, White
Leaf Color

Green
Fall Color

Gold/Evergreen
Bloom Period

Early Spring, Late Spring
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Alleghany Viburnum produce fruit, and does it need a pollinator partner?

Yes, Alleghany Viburnum produces bright red berries that ripen to blue-black and are loved by birds and squirrels. The berries develop after the spring flowers in zones 5-8. For best fruit production, plant with a pollinating partner like another Alleghany or Lantana Viburnum.

What are the planting zone requirements and cold hardiness for Alleghany Viburnum?

Alleghany Viburnum thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8. It stays evergreen in southern zones and during mild winters, while turning golden yellow and orange before going deciduous in colder climates. Shop at Nature Hills for this adaptable shrub that handles temperature extremes beautifully.

How much sun or shade does Alleghany Viburnum need?

Alleghany Viburnum thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions. This adaptable shrub performs well across USDA zones 5-8 in various light conditions. For best flowering and berry production, provide at least 4-6 hours of morning sun daily.

Is Alleghany Viburnum deer resistant or rarely bothered by deer?

Alleghany Viburnum is generally deer resistant due to its leathery, textured foliage that deer typically avoid. The thick, glossy leaves and strong fragrance make it less appealing to browsing wildlife. For best results in zones 5-8, plant in groups or as a hedge where deer pressure is moderate to high.

When will my Alleghany Viburnum ship, and are there shipping restrictions due to weather?

Q: When will my Alleghany Viburnum ship, and are there shipping restrictions due to weather? A: Alleghany Viburnum ships spring through fall when temperatures allow safe transport to zones 5-8. Extreme heat or freezing conditions may delay shipping to protect your plant during transit. Check current availability and shipping schedules at naturehills.com before ordering.

Does Alleghany Viburnum spread or produce suckers?

Alleghany Viburnum grows as a clumping shrub without producing suckers or spreading aggressively. This well-behaved shrub maintains its shape in zones 5-8 without sending out runners. Plant with confidence knowing it will stay where you put it and won't invade nearby garden areas.

Will Alleghany Viburnum grow well in my zone, and how hardy is it in winter?

Alleghany Viburnum thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8. It stays evergreen in southern zones and during mild winters, while going deciduous with golden fall color in colder climates. Check your specific zone to ensure it will perform well in your area.