Monrovia Korean Spice Viburnum
Best fragrant shrub for gardeners seeking reliable spring blooms and fragrance.
This shrub is a sensory delight, offering an incredibly spicy fragrance that signals the arrival of spring. Its rounded form and seasonal color shifts—from pink-budded white flowers to deep autumn foliage—make it a versatile, low-maintenance choice for any garden border.
$104.00
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sensory experience near patios or walkways
- Homeowners wanting year-round visual interest in their landscape
- Busy homeowners looking for high-impact plants with low upkeep
Who should skip it
- Landscapers needing immediate privacy or instant large-scale coverage
- Property owners requiring evergreen screening for year-round privacy
- Gardeners in regions with high pest pressure seeking maintenance-free plants
Performance breakdown
Fragrance potency
The spring scent is exceptionally powerful and carries easily across gardens.
Seasonal interest
Delivers consistent visual appeal from spring blooms through autumn foliage changes.
Maintenance ease
Slow growth rate minimizes the need for frequent or aggressive pruning.
Wildlife support
Reliably attracts pollinators and provides essential berries for local bird populations.
Deer resistance
Strong natural defenses make this a safe choice for deer-prone landscapes.
Landscape versatility
Compact, rounded habit fits perfectly into borders or foundation planting schemes.
Key Specs
Mature Height
8 feet
Mature Spread
6 feet
Bloom Season
Spring
Flower Color
White, Pink
Growth Rate
Slow
Deer Resistant
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
Attracts Pollinators
Yes
Edible
No
Foliage Type
Deciduous
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