Viburnum

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  1. mztrouble

    mztrouble Gardener

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    Hi Guys,

    I have 2 questions about a Viburnum

    1) I am looking for the name of the one with dark leaves, purple berries and white flowers - looked on the BBC and there are sooo many - anyone know the name of this one?

    2) Do they do ok in pots or do they really need to be planted?

    Thanks in advance!

    J
     
  2. daitheplant

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    J, could it be Viburnum Davidii? And yes, it would do okay in a pot.:thumb:
     
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    I planted a small one in the ground three years ago and it has spread in width more than height, 1metre wide 1/2 metre high. They would need to be kept well watered in a pot in summer and not dry out completely in winter.
     
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    Agree with that, Strongy, and the same applies to all shrubs and trees in containers. They should also be fed regularly during spring and summer.:thumb::D
     
  5. mztrouble

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    yes - thats it - lovely! And have just found somewhere on the internet where I can get it - woo hoo! I'm quite good with watering my plants (and I use the water crystals too). Only 3 weeks in the summer hols where mr trouble has to water them and they suffer a little - sigh!

    Thansk for the help!!
     
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    You are more than welcome.:thumb::D
     
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