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Current Genus: Viburnum
Viburnum acerifolium - Mapleleaf Viburnum
Kaleidoscopic fall color ranging from rose pink to red and purple makes this rare, shade loving native Viburnum distinctive. White May flowers produce black fruits which may persist into winter, and it forms a multistemmed shrub 4-6 feet tall. Because seed is scarce and slow to germinate, V. acerifolium is rare in the trade. Best fruit set takes place if you plant two or more plants. Z. 3-8
Small but vigorous plants, grown in 1-qt. pots.
Viburnum bitchiuense - Bitchiu Viburnum
Similar to the Korean Spice Viburnum, this species has narrower leaves and grows somewhat larger to 8-10 feet. Loose clusters of fragrant flowers open white from pinkish buds. Sparse red fruit changes from red to black. Michael Dirr reports this fragrant species is more heat tolerant and does better in the South than V. carlesii. Z. 5-8
Viburnum carlcephalum - Fragrant Snowball Viburnum
A hybrid Viburnum combining large 6-inch snowball flowers with the fine fragrance of the Spice Viburnum. A fairly large shrub with dark green foliage, changing to reddish purple in autumn. (V. carlesii x V. macrocephalum). Z. (5)6-9
Viburnum lantana 'Aureum' - Golden Wayfaring Tree
Golden yellow young leaves retain much of their yellow color through the season if grown in shade. In addition to the eye-catching foliage, flat clusters of white flowers are showy in late spring, and berries ripen from red to blue-black, persisting until birds take them in late autumn. While the species usually becomes a large shrub, this selection, growing compact and upright, can be expected to remain under 8 feet for many years. Moist but well-drained soil is beneficial. Z. 4-7
Viburnum lantana 'Candy' - Wayfaring Tree
Viburnum lantana is a large shrub or small tree long cultivated in Europe. 'Candy' was selected for fruits that ripen to a bright red in July. Yes, they look just like candy, but we haven't yet sampled them! V. lantana tolerates dry soils better than most other Viburnums. Z. 4-7
Viburnum opulus 'Xanthocarpum' - Yellow-Fruited European Cranberrybush
Flattish clusters of small white flowers are fringed with a row of large sterile flowers, similar to lacecap Hydrangeas. The flowers are followed by clear golden-yellow berries that gradually become translucent as they mature, very effective against the dark green foliage. Grows slowly to 4-5 feet, greater with age. We never seem to have enough of this selection, which is frequently recommended by garden designers, so please order early. Z. 3-8
Very bushy plants.
Viburnum prunifolium Ovation - Blackhaw Viburnum
A narrow columnar selection of this popular native shrub growing 10 feet high but only 4 feet wide. New foliage flushes rosy pink before turning green. Flat-topped flowers are white with yellow stamens. Z. 4-9
Viburnum rafinesquianum - Rafinesque Viburnum
A selected form with thick glossy lance-shaped leaves that turn a rich burgundy in fall, the color persisting for weeks. A medium-sized shrub with white flowers and glossy black berries. Closely related to V. dentatum. Z. 2-8
Very bushy plants.
Viburnum x pragense - Prague Viburnum
Small, highly polished leaves carry their luster all year, always looking smart and perky, while white May flowers only increase the value of this fine evergreen shrub. It grows rapidly to 8-10 feet and, with pruning, can serve as a handsome screen. Unusually hardy for an evergreen Viburnum. (V. rhytidophyllum x V. utile). Z. (5)6-8
Nice, bushy plants, grown in 1.5-gallon pots.
Korean Spice Viburnums - Viburnum carlesii
White flowers with outstanding fragrance redolent of cloves and perfume are the principal attraction of this Viburnum. V. carlesii grows slowly to 5 feet with a neatly rounded shape, and it blooms best in full sun though light shade is tolerated. Perhaps the best fragrance of any Viburnum. Z. (4)5-8
Viburnum carlesii 'Cayuga' - Korean Spice Viburnum
From the National Arboretum comes this charming selection. Flower clusters are larger than regular V . carlesii, and they contain many pink buds which open slowly to white flowers with a fine fragrance. The flowers open sequentially within the cluster so that the white of open flowers is accentuated by the pink of unopened buds. Foliage is also more substantial than that of regular V . carlesii. Somewhat more vigorous than the species, it forms a compact shrub to about 5 feet. A single flowering branch placed in a floral arrangement can easily perfume a large room. (V. carlesii x V. carlcephalum). Z. (4)5-8
Arrowwood Viburnums - Viburnum dentatum
Native to much of the East and Midwest, Arrowwood is also one of the most adaptable Viburnums, tolerating heat and cold as well as heavy wet soils. It reaches a height of 6-10 feet with equal spread. Cream colored flowers appear in May and June followed by blue-black fruits in fall favored by birds. Plant two different clones for best fruiting. Z. 2-8
Viburnum dentatum 'Blue Muffin' - Dwarf Arrowwood
This new compact selection of V. dentatum reaches only 5 feet or so and is great for foundation plantings or for a low hedge. The mass of richly colored blue berries is attractive to birds and, indeed, inspired the name. Z. 2-8
Viburnum dentatum 'Moon-Glo' - Arrowwood Viburnum
Native to much of the East and Midwest, Arrowwood is also one of the most adaptable Viburnums, tolerating heat and cold as well as heavy wet soils. It reaches a height of 6-10 feet. Cream-colored flowers appear in May and June followed by blue-black fruits in fall favored by birds. Plant two different clones for best fruiting. 'Moon-Glo' is a new introduction from Pennsylvania with much larger leaves than usual. Foliage is also glossy and bright green, and this selection fruits a little later than others with larger than usual berries. Z. 2-8
Nice, bushy plants.
Viburnum dentatum var. deamii - Arrowwood Viburnum
A compact-growing variety of the Arrowwood Viburnum with rounded (rather than oblong) toothed leaves. Both leaves and flowers of this interesting variation are larger than those of regular Arrowwood. Native from southern Ohio to Missouri. Z. 2-8
Linden Viburnums - Viburnum dilatatum
When speaking of Viburnums, we can_t help mentioning Viburnum dilatatum, which not only has wonderful fruiting in fall, but is clothed with some of the most handsome foliage of any plant and is worth growing for its leaves alone. The large leaves, wrinkled and glossy, look great all summer, and they acquire burgundy shades in fall. White flowers in June are followed by clusters of red or yellow berries which persist into winter. An excellent Viburnum for foliage and also one of the best for fruiting, but two different V. dilatatum selections must be planted for berry set.
Viburnum dilatatum 'Asian Beauty' - Linden Viburnum
A selection from Tennessee plantsman Don Shadow, 'Asian Beauty' has dark green foliage and white flowers in late spring. The outstanding cherry-red fruits are borne abundantly and are retained well into winter. Grows upright and compact into a medium-sized shrub. Z. 5-7(8)
Bushy Specimen Plants, grown in 3-gallon pots.
Viburnum dilatatum 'Michael Dodge' - Yellow-Fruited Linden Viburnum
From Winterthur Gardens in Delaware comes this splendid introduction. Bright yellow berries are carried in huge quantities on a tall shrub that can reach 12 feet with age, and the berries persist well into winter. Perfectly happy in heavy shade, where it is planted at Winterthur, or in full sun with abundant moisture. The large, glossy, wrinkled leaves of summer are most handsome, a noted feature of the Linden Viburnum. Pollinate with any other V. dilatatum. Z. 5-8
Burkwood Viburnums - Viburnum x burkwoodii
A wonderful group of hybrid Viburnums with lustrous small leaves which are semi-evergreen in the South and deciduous in the North. These Viburnums are highly adaptable and tolerate heat, cold, and pollution. Pests are practically non-existent. Flowers and foliage are the principal attractions of these Viburnums, but some berries are often produced if two different clones are planted.
Viburnum x burkwoodii 'Conoy' - Burkwood Viburnum
The finest textured of all Viburnums, this slow-growing 3-4-foot shrub has small, polished leaves, most of which are retained all winter. This evergreen or semi-evergreen Viburnum is particularly suited to smaller gardens where many Viburnums would grow too large. May flowers are followed by persistent red berries, and the plant is sturdy and drought tolerant once established. Though the flowers have only a light scent, the late Dr. Egolf of the National Arboretum considered 'Conoy' his most outstanding selection. PHS Gold Medal. (V. carlesii 'Cayuga' x V. burkwoodii). Z. 5b-8
Viburnum x burkwoodii 'Mohawk' - Burkwood Viburnum
Brilliant red buds are showy for several weeks before opening in April to white flowers that have the strong fragrance typical of V. carlesii. Glossy dark green leaves and a compact habit of growth to 7 feet add further distinction to this PHS and Georgia Gold Medal winner. (V. burkwoodii x V. carlesii). Z. 5-8
Doublefile Viburnums - Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum
The splendid May show of flat white flowers marching down the stems two by two inspired the common name of this Viburnum. The flowers are beautifully displayed along the horizontal branches, which appear to be covered with fresh snow at the peak of bloom. These strongly horizontal lines particularly recommend Doublefile Viburnum for foundation planting at the corner of the house, where it will provide pleasing contrast with the vertical lines of the building. The red fruit, which develops some years in midsummer, provides another show before being taken by birds.
Viburnum plicatum f. tom. 'Copper Ridges' - Doublefile Viburnum
Abundant white flowers make their appearance in May, but the real glory of this new introduction is the handsome foliage. Leaves are full of character with conspicuous serrations and deeply impressed veins, and they often show a reddish blush in summer. The fall color is stunning: Initially copper with overtones of gold and red, it later changes to maroon. This chance seedling from the Seacrest Arboretum in Ohio appears to be a vigorous grower, reaching perhaps 6-8 feet. Z. 5-8
Viburnum plicatum f. tom. 'Weeping Magic' - Weeping Doublefile Viburnum
Consider this selection if you don't have room for a full-size Doublefile Viburnum. A low mounding plant with pendulous branches, 'Weeping Magic' is desirable for its horizontal profile but decidedly low growing habit to 4 feet high and 6 feet wide. White flowers in spring are followed by red fruits maturing to black in summer. Z. 5-8
Possumhaw Viburnums - Viburnum nudum
We often see Viburnum nudum growing in pondside habitats in our area, and its glossy green foliage always makes it easy to spot. Creamy white flowers open in June, and in late summer fruit is produced, which first colors pink and then changes to red and blue before finally turning black in September. Often all colors are displayed simultaneously! A medium to large-sized shrub which prospers in sun or shade in moist soil. Plant two or more different clones for cross pollination. Z. 5-9
Viburnum nudum 'Bulk' (Brandywine) - Possumhaw Viburnum
From Dutch plantsman Mark Bulk comes this selection of a native American Viburnum with heaving fruiting and excellent glossy foliage, which turns maroon-red in fall. A great pollinator for V. nudum 'Winterthur'. Z. 5-9
Viburnum nudum 'Winterthur' - Possumhaw Viburnum
'Winterthur' was selected for its glossy, waxy leaves, which color claret in fall; heavy fruiting; and good habit of growth. It forms a dense, medium-sized shrub. A fine native Viburnum. PHS Gold Medal. Pollinate with any other V. nudum. Z. 5-9
