American Cranberrybush

Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum

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Overview

The American Cranberrybush, a deciduous shrub (Viburnum opulus var. americanum), gracefully adorns landscapes with its dense, rounded 8-12 ft. form. Spring welcomes white, lacecap flowers followed by bright red, edible berries and richly hued fall foliage. Well-suited to zones 2-7, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. A versatile choice, offering seasonal interest and wildlife benefits.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 2–7Climate Subtropical

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — The American Cranberrybush, a deciduous shrub (Viburnum opulus var

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 2–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Caprifoliaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — The American Cranberrybush, a deciduous shrub (Viburnum opulus var; well-suited to zones 2-7, it

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — shrub for full or half or shade

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — shrub with white blooms

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — white flowers in the garden

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — or as a single specimen within a mixed border

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — each blossom roughly 1/4 inch across; display a striking maple-like configuration that, image 65

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — the American Cranberrybush dazzles with white lace-cap flowers; spring welcomes white, image 64

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — injecting a burst of color into the autumn landscape; this low-maintenance shrub is an, image 63

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — display a striking maple-like configuration that turns a vibrant red in the fall; it, image 62

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — The American Cranberrybush, a deciduous shrub (Viburnum opulus var

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — americanum), gracefully adorns landscapes with its dense, rounded 8-12 ft

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — Spring welcomes white, lacecap flowers followed by bright red, edible berries and richly hued fall

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — Well-suited to zones 2-7, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — A versatile choice, offering seasonal interest and wildlife benefits

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — The American Cranberrybush, scientifically known as Viburnum opulus var

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — americanum, is a versatile deciduous shrub that presents with both ornamental and practical appeal

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — Typically maturing to a height of 6 to 12 feet with an equal spread

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — which span 2 to 4 inches long

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — display a striking maple-like configuration that turns a vibrant red in the fall

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — injecting a burst of color into the autumn landscape

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — the American Cranberrybush dazzles with white lace-cap flowers

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — each blossom roughly 1/4 inch across

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — forming larger corymbs up to 3 inches in diameter.<br><br>Following the blooming period

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — it produces bright red berries

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