Buy Viburnum opulus 'Compactum'

Also Known As

Compact European Cranberrybush Viburnum
Compactum Dwarf Snowball

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

3a-9b

1 gallon bagged root ball | $31

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30 at Gossler Farms

4x6 inch pot | $19

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Fewer than 20 at Secret Garden Growers

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Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' plant details

Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viburnum opulus 'Compactum'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: adoxaceae, caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: compact, fall color, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viburnum opulus 'Compactum'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

As we write the catalog this viburnum is doing its thing. The fruit turns brilliant red and yellow. The white lace cap flowers appear in May and make a nice display. But, it's the fruit in late summer that is a real showstopper.

By: Gossler Farms

This compact form has the same white flowers in spring, and the showy bright red fruits and brilliant red leaves in the fall that the species does, but on a compact scale... (4-5', rather than 10-15'). S/M

By: Forestfarm

Superb shrub! Compact growth, 4-5' high and wide; attractive foliage – White lace cap flowers in summer followed by cranberry red berried in winter – Sun to light shade, not fussy about growing conditions – Classy deciduous shrub that is small enough to make it really versatile!

By: Secret Garden Growers

Deciduous, multi-stemmed, dense shrub that forms into a rounded habit. White flower clusters show up in May and change into brilliant red fruits by early fall. Foliage is dark green, changing to yellow-red or reddish purple, or simply falling off green in the fall. Great for those smaller spaces in the garden where it can show off its fantastic flower and fruit show!

By: Garden World

Use this cultivar where you desire the excellence of V. opulus, but have limited space. Of dense habit, 'Compactum' grows slowly to a height and spread of 4-6'. White flowers are followed by large yellow-orange to orange-red fruit. Superb red coloration in the fall. I have to tell you, the varied thrushes just loved these berries when we had one of our unusual snows lasting for a few days this winter.