Viburnum dilatatum 'Sealing Wax'

New to us, this is an unusual small to medium sized deciduous shrub with clusters of tiny white flowers in early summer followed by vivid wax-red berries in late summer and autumn. The summer leaves are dark green with red and purple tints before falling in autumn.

Suitable for a position in sun or light, this plant will usually produce a better display of berries with another Viburnum dilatatum cultivar or the species nearby as a pollinator.

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Any reasonably well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: May.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Viburnum dilatatum 'Sealing Wax' grows to be a small shrub initially or eventually medium sized with a semi-tiered habit once established.
  • Height: up to 2.5 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
  • Spread: 2.5 m (8 ft)