Viburnum lucidum

Viburnum lucidum

Viburnum lucidum: characteristics and care

Viburnum lucidum, popularly known as the glossy viburnum, is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean basin that stands out for its wide, shiny, and deep green foliage, along with its corymbs of white flowers that appear in spring.

Its dense foliage and good response to pruning make it a highly valued option for both hedges and isolated specimens in Mediterranean gardens.

It tolerates moderate drought well once established and adapts to various soil types, provided it has good drainage.

At Ornacom we cultivate each specimen directly, guaranteeing a balanced size and vigorous development from the first years of planting.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

ORN-WATERING 4/5 · high — maintain uniform moisture, increasing in heat; without saturation

Soil / moisture

Fresh to moist; well-drained

Bloom

Summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

8b–11

Compatible climates

Cfa, Cwa, soft Cfb, Csa

Tolerance to humid climate

ORN-HUM 5/5 · very high

Maintenance

Development

ORN-ALT 4/5 · 3–5 m · fast growth

Pests

ORN-PEST 3/5 · medium — aphids, scale insects, mites, and foliar/root diseases depending on environment

Pass

ORN-FERT 2/5 · low — organic matter or slow-release in spring; adjust to vigor and analysis

  • Warning

The name V. lucidum is usually horticultural; confirm cultivar. Avoid prolonged root saturation.

Viburnum lucidum: characteristics and care

Viburnum lucidum, popularly known as the glossy viburnum, is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean basin that stands out for its wide, shiny, and deep green foliage, along with its corymbs of white flowers that appear in spring.

Its dense foliage and good response to pruning make it a highly valued option for both hedges and isolated specimens in Mediterranean gardens.

It tolerates moderate drought well once established and adapts to various soil types, provided it has good drainage.

At Ornacom we cultivate each specimen directly, guaranteeing a balanced size and vigorous development from the first years of planting.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

ORN-WATERING 4/5 · high — maintain uniform moisture, increasing in heat; without saturation

Soil / moisture

Fresh to moist; well-drained

Bloom

Mainly summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

8b–11

Compatible climates

Cfa, Cwa, soft Cfb, Csa

Tolerance to humid climate

ORN-HUM 5/5 · very high

Maintenance

Development

ORN-ALT 4/5 · 3–5 m · fast growth

Pests

ORN-PEST 3/5 · medium — aphids, scale insects, mites, and foliar/root diseases depending on environment

Pass

ORN-FERT 2/5 · low — organic matter or slow-release in spring; adjust to vigor and analysis

  • Warning

The name V. lucidum is usually horticultural; confirm cultivar. Avoid prolonged root saturation.

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