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Viburnum acerifolium

maple leaf viburnum

The three lobed, maple-like leaves lend this plant its common name. White flowers in the spring are followed by berries, maturing to a deep blue color. Its fall foliage is a vibrant red. From sun to shade, moist to dry, maple-leaved viburnum tends to grow anywhere.

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Height: 3-6 ft
Spread: 3-5 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

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


North American Distribution


maple leaf viburnum - Viburnum acerifolium from Native Plant Trust
maple leaf viburnum - Viburnum acerifolium from Native Plant Trust
maple leaf viburnum - Viburnum acerifolium from Native Plant Trust