| Botanical Name | Viburnum suspensum |
| Description | A robust evergreen shrub well-suited for the Southeast Texas climate. 'Sandankwa' features attractive, leathery dark green leaves and small white flowers in the spring. While it is highly tolerant of Houston's high humidity, it requires a site with good drainage. In areas with heavy clay, we recommend planting in a raised bed or amending the soil to ensure the roots do not stay waterlogged during rainy seasons. |
| Exposure | Full sun to partial shade; very shade tolerant for a flowering shrub. |
| Height x Width | 6-10 ft. Tall x 6-10 ft. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but is relatively drought-tolerant once established in the landscape. |
| Zones | 8 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges. |
| Pruning | Prune after flowering in late spring to maintain shape or to use as a formal hedge. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
| Botanical Name | Viburnum suspensum |
| Description | A robust evergreen shrub well-suited for the Southeast Texas climate. 'Sandankwa' features attractive, leathery dark green leaves and small white flowers in the spring. While it is highly tolerant of Houston's high humidity, it requires a site with good drainage. In areas with heavy clay, we recommend planting in a raised bed or amending the soil to ensure the roots do not stay waterlogged during rainy seasons. |
| Exposure | Full sun to partial shade; very shade tolerant for a flowering shrub. |
| Height x Width | 6-10 ft. Tall x 6-10 ft. Wide |
| Water | Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but is relatively drought-tolerant once established in the landscape. |
| Zones | 8 - 11 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges. |
| Pruning | Prune after flowering in late spring to maintain shape or to use as a formal hedge. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |