Burkwood Viburnum Viburnum × burkwoodii 'Anne Russell'

Water

The Anne Russell Viburnum should be watered deeply to ensure the roots can access moisture, especially during dry spells. In the first growing season, it's critical to maintain even moisture, watering weekly with about 1 inch of water or enough to saturate the root zone. Once established, Anne Russell Viburnum can tolerate some drought, but it performs best when watered every two to three weeks with 1 to 1.5 gallons per plant, depending on the weather conditions and soil drainage. Overwatering or poor drainage can lead to root rot, so ensure the soil is well-draining.

Light

Anne Russell Viburnum thrives in full sun to partial shade. The ideal location would provide direct sunlight for at least six hours a day, although this plant can also do well in slightly shaded areas. Avoid deep shade since it can result in fewer flowers and a leggy growth habit.

Temperature

Anne Russell Viburnum is hardy and can withstand a wide temperature range. It prefers temperatures between 60°F and 75°F for optimal growth but can survive in temperatures as low as 0°F and as high as 90°F. However, it's important to protect the plant from extreme temperatures to prevent damage to the foliage and blossoms.

Pruning

Prune Anne Russell Viburnum immediately after it finishes flowering to maintain the desired shape and size, and to promote next year's blooms. Cut back any dead or diseased branches, and thin out old wood every few years to rejuvenate the plant. Ideally, pruning should be done annually, but it can withstand less frequent trimming if necessary.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

Anne Russell Viburnum prefers well-draining soil with high organic content, ideally a mix of loam, peat, and perlite or sand to ensure good drainage. A soil pH range of 5.5 to 6.5 is optimal for this shrub.

Repotting

Anne Russell Viburnum, if grown in containers, does not require frequent repotting and can be repotted every 3-5 years or when it becomes root-bound.

Humidity & Misting

Anne Russell Viburnum prefers average humidity conditions and can tolerate the humidity levels typically found in most outdoor garden environments.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Anne Russell Viburnum is hard to grow inside; opt for outdoor planting.

• Outdoor

  Plant Anne Russell Viburnum in well-draining soil, partial sun.

• Hardiness zone

  Anne Russell Viburnum is suitable for USDA zones 5-8.

Life cycle

Viburnum × burkwoodii 'Anne Russell', commonly known as Burkwood Viburnum, begins its life cycle when a seed germinates in suitable soil conditions, typically during spring or early summer. The seedling stage is characterized by the emergence of a radicle and plumule, which develop into the root system and shoots respectively. As it grows, the plant enters the vegetative stage, during which leaves expand, branches form, and the root system strengthens, supporting the plant's increasing size. Following the vegetative stage, the Burkwood Viburnum reaches maturity and enters the reproductive stage, marked by the development of fragrant, showy flowers, usually around spring. These flowers are pollinated by insects, leading to the formation of small, berry-like fruit that contains seeds, thus completing the reproductive cycle. As a perennial shrub, once maturity is reached, the plant can reproduce annually for many years before eventually senescing.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Spring to Early Summer

• The Viburnum × burkwoodii 'Anne Russell', commonly known as the Anne Russell viburnum, is often propagated through semi-ripe cuttings taken in late summer. You would select a healthy stem that has started to harden but is not yet fully woody. From this stem, cut a section of about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) in length, making sure to include at least two sets of leaves. The lower leaves are removed, and the cut end can be dipped in a rooting hormone to encourage root development. Afterward, the cutting is placed in a pot filled with a mix of peat and perlite or a similar rooting medium. The pot should be kept under high humidity and in indirect light until roots have established, after which it can be gradually acclimated to normal growing conditions and eventually transplanted outdoors.