ornamentalFamily: AdoxaceaeGenus: ViburnumSpecies: obovatum

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Withlacoochee Small-Leaf Viburnum

Viburnum obovatum 'Withlacoochee'

Cultivar: Withlacoochee

Viburnum obovatum 'Withlacoochee' is a refined cultivar of the native Florida small-leaf viburnum. It features a naturally dense, twiggy growth habit with small, lustrous leaves that provide a classic evergreen look in warmer climates. In spring, the plant is often covered in clusters of white, snowy flowers that attract local pollinators, followed by small dark fruits that provide food for birds.

Withlacoochee Small-Leaf Viburnum is a compact, native evergreen selection prized for its dense, glossy foliage and early spring flowers.

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Plant Profile

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Sun

Full sun to partial shade.

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Water

Regular watering until established; moderately drought-tolerant thereafter, though it prefers consistent moisture.

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Mature size

4-6 feet tall and wide.

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Hardiness

6-9

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Growth habit

Upright, dense, rounded shrub.

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Plant type

Native shrub

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Growing note

Highly adaptable to varying moisture levels once established; thrives in southeastern US landscapes where it is native.

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Climate note

Thrives in heat; generally hardy through the winters of zones 6 to 9.

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Flower / fruit

Produces clusters of small white flowers in early spring; small dark blue-to-black berries follow, serving as a food source for birds.

Growing & Care

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Sun / light

Full sun to partial shade.

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Growth rate

Moderate.

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Fertilizer

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth begins.

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Pruning

Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape or encourage denser growth.

Care notes

Highly adaptable to varying moisture levels once established; thrives in southeastern US landscapes where it is native.

Size & Habit

How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.

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Mature size

4-6 feet tall and wide.

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Growth habit

Upright, dense, rounded shrub.

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Spacing

4-5 feet apart.

Flower / Fruit

Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.

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Flowering / fruiting

Produces clusters of small white flowers in early spring; small dark blue-to-black berries follow, serving as a food source for birds.

Climate & Hardiness

Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.

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Hardiness zones

6-9

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Temperature

Thrives in heat; generally hardy through the winters of zones 6 to 9.

Soil & Water

Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.

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Watering

Regular watering until established; moderately drought-tolerant thereafter, though it prefers consistent moisture.

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Soil

Adapts to a wide range of soil types, including sandy or clay soils, provided they are reasonably well-draining.

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Soil pH

5.5-7.5

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Container Growing

Suitable for large containers; maintain consistent moisture and ensure drainage holes are present.

Family

Adoxaceae

Foliage Look

Dark green, glossy, small oval leaves with a leathery texture.

Foliage Rules

Leaves are small, leathery, and obovate with rounded tips, arranged oppositely on the stems.

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Fruit Flower Look

Abundant clusters of tiny, star-shaped white flowers.

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Fruit Flower Rules

Flowers should appear in white, flat-topped clusters (corymbs) in spring; fruits are small drupes, not appearing on juvenile starter plants.

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Growth Habit Rules

Maintain the natural rounded, shrubby structure; avoid forcing into standard tree shapes.

Mature Plant Look

Dense, rounded shrub providing year-round structure and seasonal blooms.

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Mature Stage Morphology

Rounded, multi-stemmed shrub with dense, twiggy branching and deep green, semi-evergreen foliage.

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Morphology Rules

Keep the visual scale consistent with a compact shrub; avoid exaggerated features not characteristic of Viburnum obovatum.

Plant Faqs

How tall does Withlacoochee Viburnum grow? It typically reaches 4 to 6 feet in height and width. Is this plant native? Yes, it is a selection of the native Florida Viburnum obovatum. Does it require a lot of water? It is moderately drought-tolerant once established but performs best with consistent moisture. Can it be grown in a pot? Yes, it adapts well to large containers provided it has good drainage.

Root Look

Dense, healthy white roots filling the starter plug structure.

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Soil Look

Dark, moist, well-draining potting medium appropriate for nursery starters.

Starter Stage

Small starter plug with developing root system and emerging foliage.

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Starter Stage Morphology

Small, obovate leaves with a glossy finish; green, flexible stems; well-formed root ball suitable for transplanting.

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Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Withlacoochee Small-Leaf Viburnum. This is Withlacoochee Small-Leaf Viburnum, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Withlacoochee Small-Leaf Viburnum become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the native landscape or lush garden border you want to create. In early spring, this shrub produces delicate clusters of white flowers that bring the garden to life and invite beneficial pollinators to your home. Establish your starter by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with quality potting mix, then move it to its final garden location when ready. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.

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Discover the dense, reliable growth of the Withlacoochee Viburnum. This native selection offers excellent evergreen structure and beautiful spring flowers for your landscape.

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Withlacoochee Viburnum: A Versatile Native Shrub

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