Red Balloon

Viburnum × rhytidophylloide 'Red Balloon'

Viburnum × rhytidophylloides 'Red Balloon' is a shrub-like plant that is semi-evergreen, retaining its green foliage throughout all four seasons. The following are the main characteristics and care instructions for this plant.

Growth Characteristics
- Height and Width: It grows to approximately 2 to 3 meters when mature.
- Leaves: They are long and oval-shaped, with a glossy dark green color.
- Flowers: It blooms in the spring, changing from white to light pink, and produces red berries after the flowers fade.
- Cold Hardiness: It has moderate cold hardiness and grows well even in generally cool regions.

Propagation Methods
- Cuttings: It is common to propagate by cutting semi-ripe branches in the summer.
- Seeds: While seeds can be extracted from harvested fruit and planted, this method is not frequently used due to a low germination rate. Cultivation Methods
- Soil: Prefers well-drained and fertile soil.
- Sunlight: Can tolerate a variety of light conditions ranging from partial shade to full sun.
- Watering: Avoid excessive watering; water periodically, ensuring good drainage.
- Fertilizer: Apply slow-release fertilizer appropriately in the spring.

Uses in Gardens
- Landscaping: Highly popular for landscaping due to its beautiful flowers, fruit, and evergreen leaves.
- Hedges: Used as hedges due to its moderate height and density.

Major Pests and Control Methods
- Pests and Diseases: Generally resistant to pests and diseases, but leaf mold and aphids may occur rarely.
- Control: Apply appropriate pesticides at the early stages of infestation and combine this with physical removal methods. Additionally, adjusting planting density to ensure good ventilation is an effective preventive measure. Vivrenum × Rithidophylloides 'Red Balloon' is a beautiful shrub that is relatively easy to care for and can grow healthily with proper care.

Plant Type
Plant Family	Annual wage excess
Height	180~240cm
Spread	180~240cm
Colors	white
Bloom Period	April to August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-30°C

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