From a foliage perspective...my favorite Viburnum!

I planted this one last month. I like the two tone effect. Its a dark glossy green on the top and a matte light green on the bottom.

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Thanks! If you have one, then I know I made a great choice! Thanks for the picture, too. It is a good-looking shrub! I suspect mine will be smaller since they are only charging $10.99, but I am patient and will enjoy watching it grow!

Thanks again.

They are supposed to be very fast growers. Should do well in your zone. We'll see how it does in my zone!

whaas:

Here in northern IL, it gets cut down to the snowline frequently enough to make it a poor choice for a specimen plant.

How for from the lake are you? That can make quite a difference.

This one is actually quite hidden from everyday viewing. If I can get 4-5' out of it on an annual basis I'll be happy.

Mine should be here next week. Hope it knows that it is supposed to grow quickly and look like yours, whaas! Maybe I will plant your picture next to it as inspiration-ha!

This plant needs protection from wind in zone 5. Mine was killed to the ground two years ago from a strong winter wind.

Frank

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Frank, is that the plant before or after the winter damage?

The picture was taken today.

Frank

Bounced back quite nicely!

Frank, I agree with whaas! Wow.

Mine arrived last week and I plan to plant them today. Small, but very healthy looking. I am debating which neighbor to screen. One said will get more sun, but the other side is the one I am more eager to screen first. I will read up more on it and decide.

Thanks for all the encouragement guys!

Cynthia