LJ Nursery
Sweet Viburnum – Viburnum odoratissimum – Evergreen Privacy Shrub
$16.50
Unit price perEstimated delivery between July 31 and August 02.
In stock - Ready to be shipped
Best for: Privacy screens, hedges, and landscape structure
- Difficulty
- Beginner-friendly landscape plant
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
- Pot size
- 1 gallon
Florida-grown by L&J Nursery. Father-and-son growers since 2008.
- Ships across 49 states
- Healthy Arrival Guarantee
- Weather holds protect live plants
Live landscape plant packed for parcel shipping when size allows
Shipping rates and live plant guarantee
Shipping is based on total cart weight, not a separate full shipping charge per plant.
| 0-1 lb | $5 |
|---|---|
| 1-5 lb | $15 |
| 5-10 lb | $20 |
| 10+ lb | $30 |
Open your package promptly. If there is significant shipping damage, contact us within 48 hours with photos so we can review and help.
The Sweet Viburnum (Viburnum odoratissimum) is a fast-growing evergreen shrub prized for its dense foliage and ability to form a lush, living privacy screen. With glossy green leaves and fragrant clusters of small white flowers in spring, this versatile shrub is both functional and beautiful.
Ideal for hedges, borders, and property lines, Sweet Viburnum can be easily trimmed into a formal hedge or left to grow naturally into a large, spreading shrub. Its rapid growth rate makes it a popular choice for creating quick, effective privacy in residential and commercial landscapes.
Care Instructions:
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Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
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Water: Moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established.
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Soil: Prefers well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
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Fertilizer: Apply a balanced shrub fertilizer in spring to encourage healthy growth.
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Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub; can grow 12–20 feet tall and wide if unpruned.
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Hardiness: USDA zones 8–10; heat-tolerant and durable.
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Pet Safety: ⚠️ Mildly toxic if ingested; keep away from pets and children.
👉 Plant Sweet Viburnum for a fast-growing, low-maintenance privacy hedge that stays green and beautiful year-round.
Sweet Viburnum Care and Product Details
- Scientific name: Viburnum odoratissimum
- Plant type: Shrub
- Available size: 1 gallon
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water: Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly landscape plant
- Growth habit: Evergreen landscape shrub
- Best for: Privacy screens, hedges, and landscape structure
- Shipping: Live landscape plant packed for parcel shipping when size allows
Shop related collections: Garden Plants.
Sweet Viburnum FAQs
Is Sweet Viburnum beginner-friendly?
Sweet Viburnum is best for privacy screens, hedges, and landscape structure. Follow the light and watering guidance closely after shipping while the plant acclimates.
How much light does Sweet Viburnum need?
Sweet Viburnum (Viburnum odoratissimum) performs best with full sun to partial shade. Move plants gradually when changing light levels.
How often should I water Sweet Viburnum?
Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
Does Sweet Viburnum ship as a live plant?
Yes. L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully and may hold shipments briefly during severe weather to protect plant health.
Care reference: NC State Extension Plant Toolbox - horticultural plant profiles. Plant care can vary by season, pot size, and growing conditions.
Review the product description for species-specific light, watering, and placement notes. Most live plants do best with bright appropriate light, consistent watering, and protection from extreme temperatures after delivery.
L&J Nursery packs live plants carefully for shipment. Open your package promptly, check soil moisture, and acclimate the plant gradually to its new home. Some plants may be restricted by state agricultural rules.
Use the product title, photos, description, and collection links to confirm the plant type, pot size, and best use. If a listing does not answer a care or shipping question, contact L&J Nursery before ordering.
$16.50
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Plant Information
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Watering
Water deeply after planting and during establishment; reduce frequency once rooted
Scientific Name
Viburnum odoratissimum
Indoor or Outdoor
Outdoor - Shade
Light
Prefer shade over direct sun
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