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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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Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum
Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum

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