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Walter's Viburnum (Viburnum obovatum) growing in South Florida
Florida NativeFFL QualifiedGrade Florida

Walter's Viburnum — South Florida Plant Guide

Viburnum obovatum

Family: Adoxaceae · Shrub

Itilizasyon Peyizaj

privacy screenhedgewildlife habitatrain gardenshade gardenfoundation planting

Etikèt Estil

florida nativewildlife friendlyshade tolerantnaturalistic

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Bezwen Dlo

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Walter's Viburnum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water needs. Tolerates both dry conditions and periodic flooding. Water 2-3x per week during establishment (12 months). Once established, drought-tolerant with minimal supplemental irrigation.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyloamclaylimestonewetland edge

Fertilizer: Low-phosphorus native plant fertilizer

Schedule: February and September. Low-phosphorus native plant fertilizer.

Tolerans Sèl

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Wotè Matire
618 ft
Lajè Matire
410 ft
Vitès Kwasans
medium
Bezwen Dlo
3/10
Nòt Florida
Florida
Pri Enstalasyon
$$
Zòn USDA
8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
7/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Walter's Viburnum nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Walter's Viburnum grow in South Florida?

Walter's Viburnum has a medium growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Walter's Viburnum safe for pets?

Yes, Walter's Viburnum is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic to dogs and cats.

How much water does Walter's Viburnum need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Walter's Viburnum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Walter's Viburnum tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Walter's Viburnum has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Walter's Viburnum available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Walter's Viburnum is classified as: protected. Florida native — HOA cannot prohibit.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Protected

Florida native — HOA cannot prohibit. Good for shade-landscape mitigation.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Shade-garden and rain-garden applications.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Protected

Native — protected. Common in Palm Beach County native landscape plans.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Protected

Native — protected. Good for Collier inland landscape mitigation.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed but not native to Keys — limited availability in Monroe..

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

Wè Gid Konte →

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