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Viburnum 'David': Glossy Leaves and Metallic Blue Fruit

Viburnum 'David'

This showy evergreen shrub is valued for its glossy, dark green leaves and striking metallic turquoise-blue fruit. It pairs beautifully with ferns, azaleas, and other acid-loving plants in foundation plantings or woodland gardens.

Growing Specifications

Light: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Water: Moderate
Height: 2 feet or less
Spread: 2–4 feet

Photo credit: Doreen Wynja

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