Viburnum opulus is one of the showiest of our native Viburnum. Large, showy bracts surround the true flowers. V. opulus berries are the brightest of reds and its fall foliage is similarly brilliant. It is a larval host to many insects.
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Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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(82) Acadian Plains and Hills |
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(58) Northeastern Highlands |
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(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands |
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(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone |
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Ornamental Interest
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Summer Fruit |
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Fall Foliage |
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Spring Bloom |
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Attracts Wildlife
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Attracts Butterflies |
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Attracts Bees |
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Host Plant |
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Attracts Songbirds |
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Pollinator Powerhouse Plant |
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Other Pollinators/Wildlife |
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Tolerance
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Salt Tolerant |
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Deer/Rabbit Resistant |
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Additional Attributes
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Low Maintenance |
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Edible |
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Landscape Use
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Hedge/screening |
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Massing |
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Rain Garden |
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Specimen |
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Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
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Red Fruit |
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Red to Purple Fall Foliage |
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