Photo of Viburnum opulus 'Exuberant' fruit by Joshua McCullough

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Viburnum opulus 'Exuberant'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Viburnum opulus 'Exuberant' plant details

Viburnum opulus 'Exuberant' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viburnum opulus 'Exuberant'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: adoxaceae, caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viburnum opulus 'Exuberant'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: bright shade - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the most robust selections of this popular species from some of the most exuberant people we know, David and Dorothy Rodal. This 8' or more shrub produces attractive white flowers and, on well-watered plants, particularly large orangey red fruit – no, not quite the size of basketballs but nearly the size of a small grape -- held beautifully against the autumn foliage of reds, oranges and yellows, a wonderful November sight. This plant frequently grown for bringing cuttings indoors through winter until the Cedar waxwings go to work. Bright light or dappled shade with supplemental summer water where dry. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5, possibly colder.

Gardening facts about Viburnum opulus 'Exuberant' plant

How to Grow Viburnum opulus 'Exuberant'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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