How to Landscape With Pink Dawn Viburnum

Plant Pink Dawn in a sunny location where it will get at least 6 hours a day of full sun. Water at least one time per week in hot weather. Fertilize in the spring and fall with an all-purpose, slow-release fertilizer.

Train Pink Dawn as a small tree by removing all canes but one strong, central cane when tree is still small. Continue to remove side branches until tree reaches full height. Then allow it to branch from the top. Use it as a small focal point tree on a lawn, near the patio or in a garden bed that needs winter interest.

Allow Pink Dawn to grow in its natural shape, which is narrow at the bottom with multiple stems opening up towards the top. Taller than it is wide, you can plant several to create an informal hedge. Pruning after flowering in late spring will keep the hedge shape maintained.

Grow Pink Dawn in front of a fence, long wall of a house, or any structure that has a strong horizontal line. Pink Dawn grows taller than wide, breaking up the monotony of a long stretch of horizon.

Plant Pink Dawn against a wall you would like to conceal, and train it as an espalier. This is a shrub trained to grow flat against a wall or other support, using a trellis as a frame. Remove branches that grow forward or behind the base of the plant. Gently tie remaining branches to the trellis, using garden twine to hold them in place. Remove branches that grow outside your desired pattern by pruning them away after flowering.

Center Pink Dawn in a flowerbed where it can act as a centerpiece. Surround it with other pink and white flowers for impact.

Grow Pink Dawn near your front door, where the sweet smell of the blossoms can be enjoyed easily by all who visit.