How to Grow and Care for Asian guelder rose

Asian guelder rose, also known as Guelder rose

Asian guelder rose is recognized for its straightforward maintenance requirements, suitable for gardeners of various experience levels. Key care points include placing asian guelder rose in an area with full sun to partial shade and ensuring it has well-drained, moist soil. Special attention should be given to provide asian guelder rose with adequate water during dry spells, particularly when establishing. Pruning asian guelder rose is also a consideration to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Asian guelder rose

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-6.5
Hardiness Zones	4-7

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Varieties of Asian guelder rose

Asian guelder rose 'Onondaga'

A more compact size than its parent, the Vibrurnum sargentii, asian guelder rose 'Onondaga' can be grown as a foundation, as a hedge or screen, or even as a specimen. Developed by Donald Egolf, the asian guelder rose 'Onondaga' was named Onondaga after the Iroquois Native American nation. Since its introduction, the asian guelder rose 'Onondaga' has won the Award of Garden Merit for being low maintenance, attractive to pollinators, and with no significant pest problems.

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Asian guelder rose is a deciduous shrub that typically reaches heights and widths of 12-15 feet (3.7-4.6 meters). It exhibits an upright, rounded growth habit, displaying a preference for cool summer climates. The plant is distinguished by its clusters of showy flowers, each spanning 3-4 inches (7.6-10.2 cm) across in flat-topped arrangements. These blossoms give way to striking dark red drupes persisting into the winter season. Its foliage consists of 3-lobed leaves, which undergo a transition to vibrant yellow-red hues during autumn.