The fruits are juicy, but have a bitter astringent taste; after the first frost, the bitterness disappears or becomes less. The fruits ripen in August - September. Viburnum can live up to 50 years or more.
Soil and planting
It prefers neutral soils, but will grow normally on slightly acidic soils (pH 6.5 - 7). The shrub does not tolerate lowland wetlands and close occurrence of groundwater. In this case, it must be planted on mounds.
What does viburnum likes
Viburnum likes moisture very much, so it is better not to leave the plant for a long time without water. The tree needs to be watered once a week. A fruiting bush requires three to four buckets of water. In order for the plant to lead normal life, the soil in which it grows must get wet enough.
Why viburnum does not grow well
Water Viburnum vulgaris grows more vigorously in moist soil. Insufficient water can spoil the appearance of the plant and lead to abnormal flowering. During transplantation, watering plays a very important role.
What can not be planted next to viburnum
Viburnum and spruce growing next to them will be bad neighbors, they oppress each other. With proper planning and planting, both coniferous trees and viburnum grow beautifully, becoming more beautiful every year, decorating the site.
