Viburnum dentatum 'Chicago Luster'

‘Chicago Lustre’ Viburnum (Viburnum dentatum ‘Chicago Lustre’). The Viburnum dentatum ‘Chicago Lustre’, commonly known as ‘Chicago Lustre’ Arrowwood, is a deciduous shrub with an upright, dense habit, recognized for its robustness and generous spring flowering. In spring, it is covered with large, flat cymes of small, slightly fragrant, creamy-white flowers, rich in nectar and highly appreciated by pollinators. Its lustrous dark green foliage, brighter than the species type, takes on beautiful yellow to purple hues in autumn. In late summer, it produces abundant clusters of glaucous blue-black berries, ornamental and highly sought after by birds.

To plant ‘Chicago Lustre’ Viburnum, choose a suitable exposure: sun to partial shade. The recommended soil is as follows: ordinary to slightly moist, well-drained. Water the root ball before planting it and check that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again. Spread mulch around the base, leaving the crown clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering soil richness. In Quebec, choose a period when the ground is thawed and easy to work.

Allow a width of 2.5 m (8 ft) to plan the plant's space in the garden. The indicated height of 3 m (10 ft) helps choose its position relative to neighboring plants. Keep access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Associate this variety with plants whose light and water needs are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Roots in pots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.