Also, I don't know of any viburnums that "look better grown together as a hedge." The many members of that huge genus can be grown as a hedge, but none of them necessarily look better that way. BTW, be aware that if you choose another viburnum than 'Shasta', and are hoping for berries, you'll need an appropriate pollinator.

- she could be thinking about a "snowball" type viburnum like: Viburnum opulus 'Sterile', Viburnum opulus 'Roseum' or the chinese one, Viburnum macrocephalum.

- or she might have heard that viburnums are fragrant and be longing for something like: Viburnum carlesii or Viburnum x carlcephalum.

It might be good to show her pictures of different ones and ask her about any particular characteristics before choosing.

Good luck!

ken

We could better help you make a selection if you tell us what you preferer in regards to smaller leaf vs big leaf, Glossy leaf vs. matte leaf, darker leaf vs. lighter leaf.

For a large, matte texture, dark leaf the Mohawk is an excellent choice. Its not fussy with its conditions. Flowers were phenomonal for me this year.

If you want smaller, glossy, light green leaves a Blachhaw Viburnum would be a great choice. The fall color on mine this past year was vibrant red...almost rivaled a burning bush. Not sure how consistant it will be though as its just a 4 footer right now.

Another option that might work is Viburnum plicatum 'Summer Snowflake'. This sounds more like what you both have in mind, I think. The growth habit on this one is more layered, definitely upright, with more mature shrubs exhibiting a tiered effect that is also quite striking. The summer blooms are pure white, and look like lace-cap hydrangea flowers. And the bloom is extended all summer long. Mine are under a maple tree, and can you believe it, they're still growing and blooming. I do plan to move them, or possibly trade one for another variety. I think viburnums make great specimens!

Marshall