| 1–3 | — | $51.75 ea |
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| 20+ | 15% off | $43.99 ea |
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Viburnum carlesii 'SMVCB'
Choose Spice Baby Koreanspice Viburnum if you want spring fragrance close to a walk, patio, or entry without committing to a large shrub. The tradeoff: after bloom, it’s a neat green shrub, not a major color feature.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The spring fragrance carries the show, while the rest of the season is tidy but quieter. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in at a manageable pace without behaving like a fast hedge. |
| Maintenance | A- | A light shaping after bloom is usually enough, and hard pruning can reduce next year’s flowers. |
| Deer Resistance | C | This isn't deer-resistant; deer may browse it, especially tender new growth, so protect it where deer pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | A- | Its compact habit makes it easier to place than many older viburnums. |
| Screening Value | C | It can soften a view, but it is deciduous and not dense enough for serious privacy. |
At PGNE, we’d typically recommend using this as a scent plant first: near a front walk, steps, or patio. Give it drainage, prune after bloom, and don’t count on it as a privacy screen.
| Mature Height | 3.5–5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 3.5–5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4b-8a |
| Spacing | 3.5–6 ft |
| Sun | Full sun to part sun |
| Moisture | Average water needs; moist, well-draining soil; will not tolerate sogginess |
| Growth Habit | Compact, upright, somewhat outwardly spreading |
Yes, fragrance is the main reason to plant it, so place it where you’ll actually pass it in bloom.
Yes, but prune right after flowering because repeated shearing can remove flower buds.
Some seasonal softness, not dependable privacy; use an evergreen or larger shrub for screening.
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SKU:PGNE-31199
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I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
