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Description
Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty, also known as Pink Beauty Viburnum, is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Adoxaceae family. It is native to the eastern United States and can grow up to 6-10 feet tall and wide. This shrub is popular for its beautiful pink and white flowers in the spring and its colorful berries in the fall. The flowers are arranged in flat-topped clusters and have a sweet fragrance. The leaves are glossy and dark green, turning reddish-purple in the fall. The berries are initially pink, then turn to shades of blue, purple, and black as they mature.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Dipsacales |
| Family | Adoxaceae |
| Genus | Viburnum |
Appearance
Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty has a rounded shape and can grow up to 6-10 feet tall and wide. The leaves are glossy and dark green, turning reddish-purple in the fall. The flowers are arranged in flat-topped clusters and have a sweet fragrance. They are pink and white in color and bloom in the spring. The berries are initially pink, then turn to shades of blue, purple, and black as they mature in the fall. The bark is grayish-brown and has a distinct texture.
Care Guide
Water: Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty requires regular watering, especially during hot and dry weather.Fertilization: Fertilize the shrub in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.Soil: The shrub prefers well-draining, moist soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty prefers full sun to partial shade.Hardiness Zones: This shrub is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty is susceptible to several pests and diseases, including spider mites, aphids, scale insects, powdery mildew, and leaf spot. Regular inspection and treatment with pesticides can help prevent infestations.
Habitat
Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty is native to the eastern United States and is commonly found in wetlands, forests, and along streams and rivers. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and can tolerate some shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty an evergreen or deciduous shrub?
A: Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty is a deciduous shrub.Q: When does Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty bloom?
A: Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty blooms in the spring.Q: What is the height and width of Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty?
A: Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty can grow up to 6-10 feet tall and wide.Q: What is the hardiness zone for Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty?
A: Viburnum Nudum Pink Beauty is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Related Plants
- Viburnum plicatum ‘Summer Snowflake’
- Viburnum opulus ‘Roseum’
- Viburnum trilobum ‘Wentworth’
- Viburnum carlesii
References
- Dirr, M. A. (2009). Dirr’s encyclopedia of trees and shrubs. Timber Press.
- Missouri Botanical Garden. (n.d.). Viburnum nudum ‘Pink Beauty’. Retrieved from http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c970
- The Ohio State University. (n.d.). Viburnum nudum. Retrieved from https://hvp.osu.edu/pocketgardener/source/description/vi_nudum.html
