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Viburnum opulus 'Compactum'

Family Viburnaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 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 'Compactum' (European cranberry bush) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late spring to early summer. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' (European cranberry bush) yields showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' (European cranberry bush) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.