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) — about 1/3 inch in diameter

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — which persist well into the winter

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — providing visual interest and a food source for birds when other resources are scarce

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — These berries can also be utilized in preserves and jellies

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — offering a tart flavor favored in certain recipes.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 2 through 7

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — Regular watering is essential, though established shrubs exhibit moderate drought tolerance

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — This low-maintenance shrub is an excellent choice for creating hedges

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — forming larger corymbs up to 3 inches in diameter.<br><br>Following the blooming period, image 66

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — which persist well into the winter; the American Cranberrybush dazzles with white, image 69

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) — These berries can also be utilized in preserves and jellies; shrub for full or half or, image 71

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — offering a tart flavor favored in certain recipes.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 2 through 7, image 72

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — Regular watering is essential, though established shrubs exhibit moderate drought, image 73

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) — or as a single specimen within a mixed border; americanum), gracefully adorns landscapes, image 75

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) — shrub with white blooms; about 1/3 inch in diameter

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — white flowers in the garden; which span 2 to 4 inches long

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — or as a single specimen within a mixed border; americanum), gracefully adorns landscapes with its

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) — shrub with white blooms; about 1/3 inch in diameter, image 77

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — shrub for full or half or shade; or as a single specimen within a mixed border, image 78

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — This low-maintenance shrub is an excellent choice for creating hedges; regular watering is

American Cranberrybush (Viburnum Opulus Var. Americanum) — Regular watering is essential, though established shrubs exhibit moderate drought tolerance; forming

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