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Viburnum opulus var. Americanum 'Alfredo'

Family Viburnaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 1.5 - 1.8 m (5 - 6 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The shrub Viburnum opulus var. Americanum 'Alfredo' (American cranberrybush) bears showy and fragrant blooms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is glossy and medium in texture. Viburnum opulus var. Americanum 'Alfredo' (American cranberrybush) produces showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Viburnum opulus var. Americanum 'Alfredo' (American cranberrybush) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Viburnum opulus var. Americanum 'Alfredo' tolerates drought. This shrub attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.