Arrowwood Mohawk

Attractive, adaptable and with a long season of interest, Viburnum x burkwoodii Mohawk is a large, semi-evergreen to deciduous shrub with a compact, rounded, bushy habit. The glossy, deep green, elliptical leaves are felted white on their undersides, and turn shades of red, orange and yellow in autumn. In spring, deep pink buds appear for a long time before opening to clusters of pink-edged white flowers with a gorgeous, strong, spicy fragrance. These are followed by red berries which gradually turn black in autumn. With its stunning fragrance and neat habit, this is a good shrub for planting near gates and doorways. Arrowwood Mohawk holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Site: Tolerates exposure, urban pollution and coastal locations
Soil: Any well-drained soil, preferably humus-rich
Position: Best in full sun or partial shade; tolerates full shade
Season of interest: Spring to autumn
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 6’6” (2m) Spread: 6’6” (2m) in 10-20 years