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Spice Cowboy™ Viburnum Bush

16.99
  • - AKA: Koreanspice Viburnum, Viburnum carlesii
  • - Height: 6-10 feet, perfect for adding height and fragrance to your garden
  • - Hardiness Zone: 3-7, thriving in temperatures as low as -40°F
  • - Exposure: Full sun to part sun—loves bright light for optimal blooms
  • - Bloom Time: Spring—featuring giant snowball-like white flowers with a spicy-sweet fragrance
  • - Each Quart contains 1 Spice Cowboy™ Viburnum plant, ready to bring bold fragrance and beauty to your garden!
Plant Features

Spice Cowboy™ Koreanspice Viburnum is here to rustle up some serious garden admiration! Known for its giant, snowball-like flowers, this viburnum takes the classic Koreanspice to a whole new level with blooms so big and fragrant, you’ll stop in your tracks to take it all in. And that spicy-sweet scent? It's the kind that fills the air and keeps you coming back for more! But Spice Cowboy™ isn’t just a spring star—its bold orange-red fall foliage keeps the show going well into autumn, making it a true multi-season stunner.

Why grow our Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Deer-Proof™ Spice Cowboy™? It’s a fast-growing, versatile shrub that can be trained into a small tree or left to grow naturally as a large shrub. It’s low-maintenance, deer-proof, and perfect for adding drama to your landscape. Plus, with its vibrant fall color and head-turning blooms, this viburnum will make sure your garden is the talk of the neighborhood.

As always, grown without harmful pesticides, so it’s a healthy choice for your garden and the planet. Guaranteed to arrive ready to wow and keep the garden glowing from spring through fall!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant anytime soil temperatures are above 45°F.

Soil Preparation:

  • - Prefers well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH for optimal growth and blooming.

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water regularly (2-3 times a week) during the first growing season to establish deep roots. Once established, it will tolerate occasional dry spells but prefers consistent moisture for the best blooms.

Fertilizer Type:

  • - A balanced, slow-release fertilizer applied in early spring will promote strong growth and giant blooms all season long.

Pruning and Training:

  • - Minimal pruning is needed—prune lightly in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and remove any dead wood.

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Generally pest-free, but monitor for any common garden pests to ensure it stays healthy and thriving.

Light Requirements:

  • - Needs at least 6+ hours of sunlight daily for optimal blooms, though it will tolerate part sun.

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Hardy down to -40°F, making it a great choice for various climates.
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Critter Resistance Deer
Mature Spread 4-5 feet
Habit Upright
Flower Color White
Foliage Color Red/Green
Attracts Bees, Butterflies
Features Cut Flower
Garden Styles Cottage Garden, Fall Garden, Pollinator Garden, Woodland Garden
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Focal Point
Tolerates Clay soil
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