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Viburnum opulus var. americanum

American cranberry bush (Viburnum trilobum)

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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Height: 5-12 ft
Spread: 4-7 ft
Hardiness Zone: 2-6


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Fruit
• Fall Foliage
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Bees
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
• Salt Tolerant
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Edible
Landscape Use
• Hedge/screening
• Massing
• Rain Garden
• Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red Fruit
• Red to Purple Fall Foliage


North American Distribution


American cranberry bush - Viburnum opulus var. americanum from Native Plant Trust
American cranberry bush - Viburnum opulus var. americanum from Native Plant Trust