Shrubs

Viburnum x juddii

Judd viburnum

Judd viburnum. Representative plant

Pink buds open into rounded clusters of strongly fragrant white flowers in spring. Glossy green leaves develop red and purple tones in autumn. Its broad, rounded form suits a flowering screen or a border near a path where the fragrance can be enjoyed.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 6–8 ft. tall × 6–10 ft. wide
Water: Adaptable garden soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 4–8
Bloom: Fragrant white clusters from pink buds; spring

Sizes & prices

#5 squatMost fragrant of all korean spice viburnum with great burgandy fall color$64.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Some resistance; browsing remains possible.
Drought: Tolerant once established.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Deciduous.

Growing & care

Pruning: Lightly thin after flowering; heavy cutting reduces blooms and fruit.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Clemson Cooperative Extension

Photo: Randy Harter · CC BY 4.0

Image notes: Judd viburnum. Representative plant; resized and re-encoded, not cropped.

Reviewed September 21, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.