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Water Requirements
Once established (12–18 months), Sweet Viburnum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water needs. Water 2-3x per week during establishment (6-12 months). After establishment, 1-2x per week irrigation during dry season. Less drought tolerant than Clusia or Podocarpus — do not allow extended dry stress in first two years. Avoid standing water — root rot risk.
Soil and Fertilization
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release shrub fertilizer 8-2-12 or similar
Schedule: February and September. Balanced slow-release shrub fertilizer.
Salt Tolerance
- Mature Height
- 8–20 ft
- Mature Width
- 4–10 ft
- Growth Rate
- fast
- Water Demand
- 3/10
- Florida Grade
- Florida
- Installed Cost
- $
- USDA Zones
- 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- FLEPPC Status
- None
- Iguana Rating
- 4/10
Where to Buy in South Florida
Find Sweet Viburnum at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Sweet Viburnum grow in South Florida?
Sweet Viburnum has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Sweet Viburnum safe for pets?
Sweet Viburnum is not safe for pets. Berries are mildly toxic to dogs and cats if ingested in quantity. Rarely causes serious illness but advise clients with pets to monitor berry drop during fruiting season.
How much water does Sweet Viburnum need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Sweet Viburnum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Sweet Viburnum tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Sweet Viburnum has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Sweet Viburnum available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Sweet Viburnum is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
County Availability in South Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Not on prohibited list.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
View County Guide →Broward County
Allowed. Standard HOA hedge plant.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
View County Guide →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Popular in Wellington and western Palm Beach communities.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
View County Guide →Collier County
Allowed. Widely available in Naples area nurseries.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
View County Guide →Monroe County
Allowed. Lower salt tolerance limits usefulness in immediate coastal Keys locations — inland and protected sites acceptable.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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