| Viburnum plicatum tomentosum 'Mariesii' | |
| Mariesii Doublefile Viburnum | |
| Viburnum plicatum v. tomentosum 'Mariesii', also known as Mariesii Doublefile Viburnum, this upright deciduous shrub provides great color for the Spring and Fall. Large pure white blooms in spring atop 4-inch long dark green leaves with strong veining. When its flowers are pollinated, red berry-like drupes will emerge, maturing to black fruits. These fruits are ornamental but are attractive to birds. Green leaves mature to reddish purple in the fall. FEATURES: Botanical Name: Viburnum plicatum v. tomentosum 'Mariesii' Common Name: Mariesii Doublefile Viburnum Features: Drought Tolerant, Upright Habit, Fall Color Bloom Time: Spring Light Requirements: Full Sun -Partial Sun Attracts Butterflies, Birds Resists Deer Mature Plant Size: 8 - 10 feet Zone 5 - 8 | |
| Feed March and November with Planttone. Mulch January and June. Thin out 1/3 of the oldest stalks to ground level 2-3 weeks after blooming ends, and then lightly shape. Spray Dormant Oil in March for insect control.Deep soak with Miracle-gro every 2 weeks the first 2 summers. | |
| Attractive patio, foundation, or accent | |
| Full to partial sun, slightly acid soil | |
| Fragrant white blooms in spring, turning into large clusters of red berries for fall. | |
| Prune late winter or early spring; spring flowering shrubs after bloom | |
| Late spring into summer | |
| Fragrant creamy white flowers | |
| 8-10 | |
| Horizontal growing, bushy deciduous shrub | |
| Medium | |
| Full Sun-Partial Sun | |
| -50 to -40 deg. F | |
| Water regularly as needed | |
| Green foliage turns purplish in fall | |
| Reddish-purple fall color |