Viburnum odoratissimum (Rehan)

The Sweet Viburnum is an attractive evergreen shrub known for its lush green foliage and clusters of fragrant white flowers. This plant is widely loved for its ornamental value and its ability to serve as a natural privacy screen or hedge. Its dense foliage and pleasant aroma make it perfect for both gardens and landscapes.

Key Features:

Foliage: Dense, oval-shaped bright green leaves

Flowers: Small, white, fragrant flowers that bloom in clusters

Growth Habit: Bushy shrub with rounded form

Height: Can grow 2–4 feet in pots (up to 10–15 feet outdoors in gardens)

Usefulness:

Ornamental Plant:

Beautiful foliage and fragrant blooms enhance gardens and patios.

Ideal as hedges, borders, or standalone decorative shrubs.

Fragrance & Ambience:

Sweet-scented flowers add a pleasant aroma to the surroundings.

Privacy Screening:

Its dense growth makes it an excellent natural hedge or barrier.

Pollinator-Friendly:

Attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators.

Indoor or Outdoor?

Outdoor: Best suited for gardens, patios, and landscapes in sunny to partially shaded areas.

Indoor: Not ideal for long-term indoor growth but can be kept near well-lit balconies temporarily.

Care Tips:

Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering: Water regularly to keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging.

Soil: Well-draining garden soil.

Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season.

Pruning: Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.