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American Cranberrybush Viburnum

Viburnum opulus L. var. americanum
Zones: 2 - 7


The American Cranberrybush Viburnum Grows in zones 2 - 7
  • Produces showy white flowers in flat-topped clusters that are 3–4" in diameter and bloom in mid- to late May
  • Yields edible bright red drupes from early September to February
  • Features lustrous medium to dark green leaves that provide lovely fall color, turning a variety of hues from yellow to red-purple
  • Grows in a rounded shape
  • Makes an excellent choice for screening and informal hedges

Tree Details

Shape

Rounded

Growth Speed

Medium

Mature Height

8' - 12'

Mature Spread

8' - 12'

Scientific Name

Viburnum opulus L. var. americanum

Shipping Height

2'

Highlights

This durable, easy-to-grow plant will bring a variety of color to your landscape throughout the seasons. Spring flowers bloom snowy white, and the lustrous green foliage transitions to shades varying from yellow to red-purple in the fall. Bright red fruit also adorns the shrub from September through February.

The American cranberrybush viburnum works well as part of a privacy screen or informal hedge.

Sun Preference

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil Preference

Acidic, Loamy, Moist, Rich, Sandy, Silty Loam, Well Drained, Wet

Wildlife Value

The fruit serves as food for various birds and wildlife.

History/Lore

The American cranberrybush viburnum was introduced in 1812.

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