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Posted 04/12/2023 in Shrub

Viburnum x burkwoodii 'Mohawk'

Glossy, dark red flower buds are ornamental for several weeks before opening in late April to reveal waxy white flowers. The strong, spicy, clove fragrance of the flowers is "icing on the cake." The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Gold Medal Plant Award, 1993

Post Details

Latin Name
Viburnum x burkwoodii 'Mohawk'
Common Name
Burkwood Viburnum
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Attracts Birds Attracts Butterflies
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
8-10 ft
Spread
8-10 ft
Suggested Uses
Hedge Shrub Borders
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

Glossy, dark red flower buds are ornamental for several weeks before opening in late April to reveal waxy white flowers. The strong, spicy, clove fragrance of the flowers is "icing on the cake." The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Gold Medal Plant Award, 1993

Special Care Instructions

Cultivar is more compact, has dark red flower buds prior to blooming, and stronger fragrance

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