Popcorn Viburnum
Best low-maintenance shrub for gardeners seeking year-round interest in small spaces.
The Popcorn Viburnum is a charming, compact shrub perfect for adding seasonal interest to borders and foundation plantings. It stands out with its unique clusters of popcorn ball-shaped blooms that appear earlier in spring than many other viburnums. The foliage transforms into attractive red or purple hues in the fall, and its semi-evergreen nature provides structure year-round. Once established, this cultivar demonstrates increased heat and drought tolerance, making it a resilient and low-maintenance choice for your landscape. It is also deer resistant.
$74.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2688
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+90%
Above average
Brand
Monrovia Growers
/ Monrovia Growers
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a dramatic, high-impact spring floral display
- Homeowners wanting multi-season interest with vibrant autumn foliage
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance, long-lived landscape specimens
Who should skip it
- Bird enthusiasts looking to attract local wildlife to their garden
- Urban gardeners with limited space for large, sprawling shrubs
- Impatient gardeners wanting immediate, full-scale results after planting
Performance breakdown
Seasonal Versatility
Dynamic spring blooms and vibrant autumn foliage provide year-round visual interest.
Maintenance Requirements
Once established, this resilient shrub demands minimal intervention from the gardener.
Pest Resistance
Natural deer resistance keeps your landscape protected without constant vigilance.
Environmental Adaptability
Strong heat and drought tolerance ensure survival in challenging climate conditions.
Spatial Efficiency
Compact growth habit fits perfectly into smaller gardens and foundation beds.
Bloom Impact
Distinctive popcorn-shaped clusters offer an early, high-contrast display in spring.
Key Specs
Brand
Monrovia Growers
Genus Name
Viburnum
Hardiness Zone
Zone 5
Mature Height
8 ft
Mature Width
8 ft
Light Needs
Full sun, Partial sun
Container Size
5 gallon
Bloom Season
Spring
Features
- Unique popcorn ball-shaped spring blooms
- Fall foliage turns red to purple
- Earlier flowering than other viburnums
- Heat and drought tolerant when established
- Provides year-round structure
- Deer resistant
- Compact size ideal for smaller spaces
- Suitable for hedges and foundation plantings
What customers say
The Popcorn Viburnum consistently earns high marks for its exceptional quality and reliable performance. Customers frequently note that the plants arrive robust and establish easily, minimizing planting stress. The unique, abundant white flower clusters, often described as resembling popcorn, deliver consistent visual interest year after year. This reliability and ease of care confirm its status as a dependable, high value landscape choice.
Know before you buy
This shrub reaches a mature height and width of approximately 8 feet. Its compact habit makes it well-suited for foundation plantings or smaller garden spaces where you need structure without overwhelming the area.
The Popcorn Viburnum is semi-evergreen, meaning it provides year-round structure. While it may lose some foliage depending on the severity of your winter, it maintains a presence in the landscape throughout the seasons.
No, the Popcorn Viburnum is considered deer resistant. It is a reliable choice for landscapes where deer pressure is a concern.
This shrub performs best in full sun to partial sun. Providing at least several hours of direct sunlight daily will encourage the best bloom production and vibrant fall foliage color.
While it requires moderate watering initially to get established, this cultivar is notably heat and drought tolerant once its root system is fully settled in your garden.
Yes, this variety is container-friendly. Given its 8-foot mature size, ensure you use a large, well-draining pot and provide regular water, as container plants dry out faster than those in the ground.
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