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Viburnum opulus 'Sterile'

Family Viburnaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 2.4 - 4 m (8 - 12 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 Viburnum opulus 'Sterile' (European cranberry bush) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late spring to early summer. This shrub is rounded in form and has medium green foliage that is glossy and medium textured. The bark is smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts birds to your garden.
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.