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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 2–7Type ShrubClimate Subtropical
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — These berries can also be utilized in preserves and jellies; shrub for full or half or shade

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — americanum), gracefully adorns landscapes with its dense, rounded 8-12 ft; injecting a burst of
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — injecting a burst of color into the autumn landscape; this low-maintenance shrub is an excellent
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) — americanum, is a versatile deciduous shrub that presents with both ornamental and, image 59
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — providing visual interest and a food source for birds when other resources are scarce, image 70
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) — Typically maturing to a height of 6 to 12 feet with an equal spread
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — shrub for full or half or shade; 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) — it produces bright red berries
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — The American Cranberrybush, scientifically known as Viburnum opulus var; each blossom, image 84
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — Typically maturing to a height of 6 to 12 feet with an equal spread; the American, image 86
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — it produces bright red berries; white flowers in the garden
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) — Well-suited to zones 2-7, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers moist, image 82
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — about 1/3 inch in diameter
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — white flowers in the garden; which span 2 to 4 inches long, image 76
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — Regular watering is essential, though established shrubs exhibit moderate drought, image 73
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — which persist well into the winter; the American Cranberrybush dazzles with white, image 95
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — each blossom roughly 1/4 inch across
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — This low-maintenance shrub is an excellent choice for creating hedges; regular watering, image 74
American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — shrub with white blooms; about 1/3 inch in diameter
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
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