Fulbrook Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum × burkwoodii ‘Fulbrook’) is a semi-evergreen shrub admired for its intensely fragrant, waxy white flowers that bloom in rounded clusters during spring. A hybrid between V. carlesii and V. utile, this English selection is prized for its compact form, dense foliage, and strong perfume. ‘Fulbrook’ brings multi-season beauty, with glossy dark green leaves, attractive red berries and reddish-purple autumn colour. Ideal for garden beds, paths, or hedging where scent and structure are desired.
- Flowers: White, waxy, 7–10 cm clusters, highly fragrant, appear in spring (September–October)
- Size: 2.5 m high × 2 m wide
- Uses: Hedging (ornamental), sensory gardens, feature shrub
- Attributes: Hardy, drought- and frost-tolerant once established, moderate growth, reliable performer
- Features: Glossy dark green leaves, red berries in autumn, reddish-purple foliage tint in cold weather
References:
Brickell, C. (Ed.). (2016). RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants (4th ed.). Dorling Kindersley.
Dirr, M. A. (2009). Manual of Woody Landscape Plants (6th ed.). Stipes Publishing.
Royal Horticultural Society (2024)
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