Korean Spice Viburnum

Korean Spice Viburnum is a compact, spring-blooming shrub with intensely fragrant pink-white flowers and bold fall color. It’s a sensory favorite for walkways, patios, and borders.
Plant Type
Perennial
Light Requirement
Full sun to part shade
Max Height
6 feet
Max Spread
6 feet

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Korean Spice Viburnum (Viburnum carlesii) is a highly fragrant, deciduous shrub celebrated for its rounded clusters of pink buds that open to white, spicy-scented blooms in early to mid-spring. Its dense, mounded form matures around 4–6 feet tall and wide, with rich green foliage that turns burgundy-red in fall. This viburnum is low-maintenance, cold-hardy, and works well as a specimen or in mass plantings where fragrance and seasonal color are desired. Perfect near patios or entryways where its scent can be fully appreciated.

This section shows how the plant will fit into your yard and into your life.

Seasonal Interest:

Fragrant spring blooms; red fall foliage

Landscape Uses:

Specimen shrub, borders, foundation beds, sensory gardens

Allergy Considerations:

Moderate — strong floral fragrance

Kid/Pet Safety:

Non-toxic

Mess Factor:

Low — occasional petal and leaf drop

Maintenance Level:

Low — prune after flowering if needed

This section covers practical care information for homeowners.

Water Needs:

Moderate — prefers regular watering during dry spells

Soil Tolerance:

Well-drained, loamy soil preferred

Drought Tolerance:

Moderate once established

Deer Resistance:

Moderate — may be browsed in heavy pressure areas

Pest/Disease Resistance:

High — generally trouble-free

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