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Viburnum opulus var. americanum

Family Viburnaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   2a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 2.4 - 4.5 m (8 - 15 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 4 m (8 - 12 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Viburnum opulus var. americanum (American cranberry bush) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid-spring to early summer. This plant is rounded in form and has semi-gloss - glossy and medium textured foliage that is dark green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Showy and medium red fruit are produced by Viburnum opulus var. americanum (American cranberry bush). Viburnum opulus var. americanum (American cranberry bush) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics This deciduous shrub attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. Viburnum opulus var. americanum tolerates drought. In the fall, Viburnum opulus var. americanum offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.
Cautions Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.