Cait's Garden

Do you have a viburnum? Do you know how to pronounce “viburnum”? (I looked it up years ago…the stress is on the Vye at the beginning of the word.) This is a phenomenal landscape plant. There are many varieties to choose from, but I can personally recommend Judd.  Judd Viburnum is a round and bushy little tree-like shrub that grows to about 5 feet tall and wide. It is hardy, it is easy to prune if you want to shape it, and it makes a wonderful focal point in any garden. I have this particular viburnum smack dab in the center of the landscaping along the front of my house. It is my anchor. And in Spring, it is covered in the most phenomenal-smelling pom poms of blush pink flowers. The smell is like a carnation on steroids. Intense warm vanilla and spicy cinnamon. Definitely one of the most incredible spring flower smells you can experience. When the flowers are gone, I’m left with an attractive, full tree with dark green leaves that turns pretty purples and reds in the fall. It is rare when a plant gives you so much enjoyment and reliability in exchange for so little care. Judd’s my man…er, shrub!