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Prague Viburnum

Name: Prague Viburnum
Brand: Viburnum
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Viburnum pragense

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

120 inches

Width

120 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Moderate

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

Long-lived shrub

Native To

Hybrid Origin (Prague, 1955)

Toxicity

Berries mildly toxic if ingested

The Story

Plant Bio

Viburnum x pragense is a hybrid evergreen shrub, a cross between V. rhytidophyllum and V. utile, prized for its handsome foliage and fragrant flowers. Its most notable feature is its lustrous, dark green, deeply veined leaves that are held well through winter, providing excellent year-round structure and texture in the garden.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

The Prague Viburnum is a workhorse evergreen, providing a lush, textured backdrop all year. Its pink buds open to fragrant, creamy-white flower clusters in spring, followed by small red fruits that mature to black, adding multi-season interest.

Its dense, fast-growing habit makes it an ideal choice for creating a quick privacy screen or hedge. It's also tough and adaptable, thriving in a variety of conditions, including urban environments.

The flowers provide nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinators. The fruit, though not its most ornamental feature, is eaten by birds in the fall and winter. The dense branches offer good cover for wildlife.

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a site with full sun or partial shade and good drainage.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the container.
Gently tease out the roots and place the plant in the hole.
Ensure the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
Backfill with soil and water thoroughly to settle.
Mulch around the base to conserve moisture.

Pro Tip

Site in a location protected from harsh winter winds to minimize leaf damage and ensure it looks its best through winter.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly during the first growing season.
Provide good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.
Prune after flowering to maintain a dense habit.
Tolerates a wide range of soil types.

Don't

Do not plant in constantly wet or boggy soil.
Avoid heavy pruning late in the season.
Don't let it dry out completely during periods of drought.
Avoid planting in deep shade, which reduces flowering and density.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Handsome evergreen screening hedgeTextural backdrop for perennial bordersSturdy foundation planting

Companion Plants

Hydrangea quercifolia Weigela florida 'Wine & Roses' Spiraea x bumalda 'Goldflame' Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro' Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Prague Viburnum questions

What zones can Prague Viburnum grow in?

Prague Viburnum is hardy in USDA Zones 5–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Prague Viburnum deer resistant?

Yes — Prague Viburnum is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Prague Viburnum bloom?

Prague Viburnum typically blooms in late spring through late spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Prague Viburnum need full sun?

Prague Viburnum does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Prague Viburnum drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Prague Viburnum handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.