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Nannyberry Viburnum

Viburnum Lentago

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Overview

The Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum lentago) is a native North American shrub often utilized for naturalizing or as a hedge. It features glossy green foliage turning wine-red in fall, clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring, followed by edible deep blue berries. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, growing 14-16 feet tall and 6-12 feet wide, with a hardiness from zones 2 to 8. Moderate maintenance; attracts birds and butterflies.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 2–8Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — Its upright growth habit and arching branches make it well-suited for use as a natural screen

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
2–8

Shape & size

Mature height
12–15 Ft.
Mature width
6–12 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — or as a standalone focal point.<br><br>This species flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 8; nannyberry
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — although it does prefer well-drained loam; nannyberry Viburnum provides year-round interest with minimal maintenance
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — white flowers in the garden
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — when berries transition from green to a bluish-black; it thrives in full sun to partial shade, image 77
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — Moderate maintenance; attracts birds and butterflies; requiring minimal irrigation beyond natural, image 63
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — showcasing its adaptability to various climates; it thrives in full sun to partial shade
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — when berries transition from green to a bluish-black; it thrives in full sun to partial shade
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — These blossoms give way to a noticeable fruit display in the fall; nannyberry Viburnum provides year-round interest
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — It is relatively drought-tolerant once established
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — Moderate maintenance; attracts birds and butterflies
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — providing a substantial presence in any garden; its upright growth habit and arching branches make it, image 66
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring; its upright growth habit and arching branches make it, image 58
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — requiring minimal irrigation beyond natural rainfall.<br><br>Spring brings masses of creamy white flowers; its upright
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — or as a standalone focal point.<br><br>This species flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 8
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — Nannyberry thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions; its upright growth habit and arching branches, image 70
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — It thrives in full sun to partial shade
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — It features glossy green foliage turning wine-red in fall
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — is a versatile and hardy deciduous shrub ideal for creating a diverse and engaging landscape design; nannyberry
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — the foliage undergoes a stunning transformation
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — These blossoms give way to a noticeable fruit display in the fall
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — attracting birds and other wildlife
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — Moderate maintenance; attracts birds and butterflies; requiring minimal irrigation beyond natural
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — although it does prefer well-drained loam; nannyberry Viburnum provides year-round interest with minimal, image 72
Nannyberry Viburnum (Viburnum Lentago) — is a versatile and hardy deciduous shrub ideal for creating a diverse and engaging landscape design, image 64
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