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Mirror Leaf Viburnum (Viburnum odoratissimum 'Awabuki') growing in South Florida
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Mirror Leaf Viburnum — South Florida Plant Guide

Viburnum odoratissimum 'Awabuki'

Family: Adoxaceae · Shrub

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos no Paisagismo

large formal privacy hedgewindbreakfoundation plantingnon invasive ligustrum alternativescreening wall

Tags de Estilo

formaltraditionalelegantfragrantfast growing

Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

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

Moderate water. 2x per week dry season once established. Good drainage preferred. Reasonably drought tolerant once established.

Solo e Fertilização

sandylimestoneloamwell drained

Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release.

Schedule: February and September balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
1020 ft
Largura Madura
610 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
fast
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$$
Zonas USDA
8, 9, 10a, 10b
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
5/10

Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida

Encontre Mirror Leaf Viburnum em viveiros do Sul da Flórida — verifique disponibilidade e preços em viveiros próximos.

Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Mirror Leaf Viburnum grow in South Florida?

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

Is Mirror Leaf Viburnum safe for pets?

Yes, Mirror Leaf Viburnum is considered pet-safe. Viburnum berries can cause GI upset if ingested in quantity — low concern but standard disclosure.

How much water does Mirror Leaf Viburnum need in South Florida?

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

Can Mirror Leaf Viburnum tolerate salt air in South Florida?

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

Is Mirror Leaf Viburnum available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Mirror Leaf Viburnum is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Very popular throughout Broward County for large formal hedge specifications.

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Most popular county specification — outstanding cold hardiness and premium large-leaf formal hedge appearance.

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Collier County formal hedge applications.

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Limited Keys availability — source from mainland nurseries.

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

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