Cranberry, Redwing Highbush

Viburnum trilobum

Size (HxW): 7′ x 7′

Growth Habit: Upright

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zona 2a

Three lobed, maple leaf like foliage and golden bark colour

Foliage is red tinted in spring, dark green in summer and crimson red in fall

Pinwheel shaped flower clusters bloom in mid-late May; mild fragrance

Self-fertile

Great for shrub borders, hedging or screening

Bright, tart red berries form in late summer

Fruit is best harvested after frost and is used for fresh eating, jams/jellies or juice

Fruit can also remain on plant into winter to attract wildlife

Flowers attract birds, butterflies and pollinators

Thrives in moist, well drained soil

Drought tolerant once established

Life Expectancy: 40 years

Native to North America

Plant Care:

- Prune after flowering to maintain shape (blooms on previous years growth) - Prune oldest and largest branches every 3-4 years when dormant (late fall/early spring)

Description

Size (HxW): 7′ x 7′

Growth Habit: Upright

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zona 2a

Three lobed, maple leaf like foliage and golden bark colour
Foliage is red tinted in spring, dark green in summer and crimson red in fall
Pinwheel shaped flower clusters bloom in mid-late May; mild fragrance
Self-fertile
Great for shrub borders, hedging or screening
Bright, tart red berries form in late summer
Fruit is best harvested after frost and is used for fresh eating, jams/jellies or juice
Fruit can also remain on plant into winter to attract wildlife
Flowers attract birds, butterflies and pollinators
Thrives in moist, well drained soil
Drought tolerant once established
Life Expectancy: 40 years
Native to North America