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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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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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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
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Suitable for large containers; maintain consistent moisture and ensure drainage holes are present.
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Family
Adoxaceae
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Foliage Look
Dark green, glossy, small oval leaves with a leathery texture.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Video Voiceover Script
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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Youtube Video Summary
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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Youtube Video Title
Withlacoochee Viburnum: A Versatile Native Shrub
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