Viburnum opulus

European Cranberrybush Viburnum

European cranberrybush viburnum (Viburnum opulus) combines lobed leaves with white flower clusters and bright red fruits. It is a large deciduous shrub whose berries resemble cranberries but belong to a different plant group.

Its structure combines arching stems and dense branching. Growth is moderate. The leaves are shed for winter. Autumn foliage can bring yellow, purple and red tones.

Choose a site in full sun or partial shade. Provide humus-rich, well-drained soil and maintain even moisture.

Size
• Height: 12-16 ft
• Width: 8-15 ft

Hardiness
• USDA Zones: 2a–8b

Best Uses
• Border
• Accent Plant

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

12-16 ft

Width

8-15 ft

Hardiness zones

2a–8b

Sunlight

Full sun to part shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring, Summer

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Purple, Red, Yellow

Fruit color

Red

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Songbirds

Soil

Clay, Humus rich, Loamy, Moist well-drained, Sandy

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border

Shape

Arching, Dense, Multi Stem, Rounded, Spreading, Upright

Fruit

No

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

Yes