Viburnum opulus ssp. calvescens

Also Known As

Viburnum opulus var. calvescens
Viburnum sargentii 'calvescens'
Viburnum sargentii var. calvescens
VIBURNUM

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

5a-9b

Viburnum opulus ssp. calvescens plant details

Viburnum opulus ssp. calvescens 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 sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viburnum opulus ssp. calvescens

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: adoxaceae, caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fall color, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viburnum opulus ssp. calvescens

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Distinguished by repeatedly providing the longest, heaviest and brightest display with its showy translucent red fruit, this dense neatly branched 6-10' shrub also has lovely 2-4" white spring flower heads and brilliant red fall color to recommend it. S/M