Zone 5 · Burkwood Viburnum
Planting Burkwood Viburnum in Zone 5
Viburnum × burkwoodii
✅ Burkwood Viburnum thrives in zone 5 (hardy 4–8)
Can I plant today?
⏳ Too early to direct-sow
Last frost is in 4 weeks. Wait until soil warms.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around May 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
April – May
Peak bloom
April
Sun required
full sun, part sun
Mature height
72"
Spacing
60" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Burkwood Viburnum in zone 5
Plant in spring or fall. Snowball-like flower clusters with strong spicy fragrance.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Burkwood Viburnum peaks in April. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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