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Wayfaring Tree

Viburnum lantana · Shrub

Hardiness
H7 Very hardy (to below −20°C)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Height × Spread
4–5 m × 2.5–4 m
Soil
moist but well-drained; tolerates acid, alkaline, and neutral pH; grows well in moderately fertile, humus-rich soils
Flowering
June–August
Toxicity
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten; may cause vomiting or diarrhea if consumed unripe or in large quantities; toxic when ingested causing stomach upsets

The Gardening Year

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🌱 Sow
🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower
✂️ Prune

Watch out for

Viburnum beetle: Pick off adult beetles by hand or apply a systemic insecticide if infestations are severe.

Aphids: Squash colonies by hand or spray with a horticultural oil or insecticidal soap.

Phytophthora root rot: Ensure well-drained soil and avoid overwatering; remove severely affected plants.

Honey fungus: Improve drainage and air circulation; remove infected roots and soil if possible.

Grey mould (Botrytis): Remove affected material and improve air circulation around the plant.

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