American Cranberrybush Viburnum
Viburnum opulus var. americanum
Plant Details:
Plant Type: Shrub
Plant Family: Adoxaceae
Plant Description: Not actually related to the cranberry, this mounding deciduous shrub does produce edible, somewhat bitter, berries. Lobed leaves resemble those of the maple and may turn purplish in the fall. Clusters of pure white flowers in the spring give way to bright red berries that have been used in jams and jellies. This shrub is native to swamps and bogs, and although tolerant of many soil types, it needs consistent water.
Maintenance:
Maintenance Type: Shrub - Thinning
Plant Care: Shrub - Thinning (woody multi-stemmed plants that lose their leaves every winter and look best on older stems): Prune dead, diseased, or rubbing branches. Pruning is best done in late winter to early spring for most shrubs. With spring blooming shrubs, prune after the blooms are spent. Remove up to 1/3rd of the overall shrub, keeping older branches to build up a sturdy, permanent and picturesque framework. Keep in mind that these shrubs bloom directly on older wood or on shoots that come off old wood. Monitor for pests, diseases, or other ailments on a regular basis.
Plant Attributes:
Mature Size: 8-12' tall and wide
Utah Native: No
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Localscapes: Foundation Plant, Perimeter Plant
Foliage Interest: No
Foliage Colors: Green
Bloom Colors: White
Bloom Seasons: Spring
Bloom Period: Apr - May
Growing Conditions:
Hardiness Zone: 2 to 7
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun), Part Shade (4-6 hrs morning sun), Part Sun (4-6 hrs afternoon sun)
Irrigation Requirement: 
Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
Garden Location:
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Irrigation Path
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