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Viburnum opulus

Family Viburnaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   3a - 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 3 - 4.5 m (10 - 15 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 (European cranberry bush) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during mid spring to early summer. This plant is rounded in form and has glossy and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Viburnum opulus (European cranberry bush). Viburnum opulus (European 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. In the fall, Viburnum opulus offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.