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Sweet Viburnum (Viburnum odoratissimum) growing in South Florida
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Sweet Viburnum — South Florida Plant Guide

Viburnum odoratissimum

Family: Adoxaceae · Shrub

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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

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.

Solo e Fertilização

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Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release shrub fertilizer 8-2-12 or similar

Schedule: February and September. Balanced slow-release shrub fertilizer.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
820 ft
Largura Madura
410 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
fast
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida
Custo Instalado
$
Zonas USDA
8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
4/10

Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida

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Perguntas Frequentes

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.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Not on prohibited list.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Standard HOA hedge plant.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Popular in Wellington and western Palm Beach communities.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Widely available in Naples area nurseries.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

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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