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Dr. Tom Ranney
North Carolina, USA

STEADY EDDY®

Viburnum - Doublefile

Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum

'NCVP1'

PP#33,899; CBRAF

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Close up of Steady Eddy's strong white blooms Steady Eddy's stunning 4-5' habit in the garden with white blooms Close up of Steady Eddy's small white blooms Steddy Eddy's white flowers in spring Steady Eddy's 4-5' habit in spring.
  • Strong Bloomer
  • Deer resistant
  • Striking habit
Description

An improved, stronger blooming 'Summer Snowflake' that comes to us from Tom Ranney at NCSU. In our trials, we've seen better repeat blooming during the summer. At the garden center, it's hands-down a better three gallon.

USDA Zone
5-8 (-20°F/-28.8°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
4-5'
Width
4-5'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

Soil

Moist, well-drained soils are required.

Pruning

Blooms on old wood - prune after flowering if desired. Remove oldest stems periodically to encourage juvenile growth.

Uses

Mixed borders; edging; foundation planting; specimen.

Growing Tips

Does not tolerate clay soils or poor drainage. Requires shade during the hottest part of the day in the warmer parts of its range.

  • Spec Sheet: Steady Eddy™ Viburnum spec sheet
  • Benchcard: Steady Eddy™ Viburnum Benchcard
  • Plant of the Week: Plant of the Week August 5, 2021
  • Grower Sheet: Steady Eddy™ Viburnum Grower Sheet

    • Features: Cut flower, Deer resistant, Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Fall interest, Heat tolerant, Reblooming

    Filters: Botanical genus: Viburnum, Common name: Viburnum - Doublefile, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage

    Features: Cut flower, Deer resistant, Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Fall interest, Heat tolerant, Reblooming

    Filters: Botanical genus: Viburnum, Common name: Viburnum - Doublefile, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage