Viburnum x burkwoodii Anne Russell is a standout shrub prized by New Zealand gardeners for its profusion of fragrant blooms, elegant form, and easy-going nature. If you adore sweetly scented gardens or are searching for an attractive, low-maintenance shrub to add structure and four-season interest, this Viburnum deserves a place in your landscape. With its clusters of blush pink buds that open into starry white flowers and lush, semi-evergreen foliage, Anne Russell brings year-round charm to borders, cottage gardens, and mixed shrub beds. Discover why Viburnum x burkwoodii Anne Russell remains a favourite for gardens throughout New Zealand, and find expert tips for planting, care, and companion choices below.

Viburnum burkwoodii is an evergreen shrub that features lovely foliage and showy flowers. Pink flower buds open to reveal showy clusters of fragrant, white-pink flowers during spring. The glossy, green foliage provides a great backdrop to the flowers as it grows to 2.5 m tall and the same wide. Viburnum burkwoodii is commonly included in a mixed planting, used in coastal gardens, planted as a backdrop for smaller plants, or included anywhere the flowering can be appreciated.
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Viburnum Emerald Lustre features pink flower buds that open to reveal clusters of mildly fragrant, white-light pink flowers during winter and early spring. The flowers are great for attracting bees and birds and are followed by glossy, black berries. The large glossy, dark green foliage is lush and emerges with bronze tones as it grows to 4 m tall and 2 m wide. Viburnum Emerald Lustre is commonly included in mixed plantings, used as a backdrop for smaller plants, grown as a dense screen, or trimmed into a hedge. It is well suited to planting around outdoor living areas such as pools and using in tropical gardens.
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