Pragense Viburnum – Evergreen Privacy with Fragrance
Pragense Viburnum (Viburnum × pragense) is a resilient, semi-evergreen shrub that provides year-round greenery and seasonal interest. This cold-hardy hybrid features creamy white, mildly fragrant flower clusters in spring and deep green, leathery foliage that remains lush in most climates.
With a naturally dense, rounded form, this viburnum is perfect for privacy hedges, windbreaks, or foundation plantings. In fall, it produces small red berries that mature to black, attracting birds and pollinators. It's easy to grow, deer-resistant, and thrives in a range of conditions.
- Creamy white, fragrant spring flowers
- Dark green, leathery foliage (semi-evergreen)
- Red to black ornamental berries
- ️ Cold-hardy and deer-resistant
- Great for screening or hedging
Design Tip: Plant in groups along property lines or fences for a year-round privacy barrier that’s as beautiful as it is functional.
Growing Zones: 5–8 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 8–12 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 6–10 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Botanical Name: | Viburnum × pragense |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Type: | Semi-Evergreen Shrub |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Bloom Time: | Late Spring |
FAQ's
Is Pragense Viburnum evergreen?
It is considered semi-evergreen—holding its leaves in warmer zones and shedding partially or fully in colder regions.
Can it be used as a privacy hedge?
Absolutely. Its dense growth and evergreen qualities make it ideal for privacy screens and hedging.
Is it low-maintenance?
Yes, Pragense Viburnum is easy to grow, pest-resistant, and tolerates pruning, making it a great low-maintenance option.
Do the berries attract birds?
Yes, birds enjoy the berries that develop after flowering, providing ecological value to your landscape.
