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Viburnum nudum var. nudum

witherod (Viburnum nudum)

Showy fruits set this species apart from other viburnums. Fruits mature from green to red very quickly, then slowly from red to blue at an inconsistent rate. Red and blue berries mingle together in clusters, providing visual appeal as well as wildlife value.

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Height: 6-12 ft
Spread: 4-8 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Wet
Average
Ecoregion
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
Fall/Winter Fruit
Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Host Plant
Attracts Songbirds
Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
Tolerance
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Urban Environment
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Hedge/screening
Massing
Rain Garden
Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Red to Purple Fall Foliage
Blue Fruit
Red Fruit


North American Distribution


witherod - Viburnum nudum var. nudum from Native Plant Trust
witherod - Viburnum nudum var. nudum from Native Plant Trust
witherod - Viburnum nudum var. nudum from Native Plant Trust
witherod - Viburnum nudum var. nudum from Native Plant Trust