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Viburnum lantana

Also Known As

  • Wayfaring Tree

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 12'-15'
  • W: 10'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

Viburnum lantana plant details

Viburnum lantana is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black and red fruit. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viburnum lantana

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: adoxaceae, caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fall color, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viburnum lantana

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The Viburnum for drier areas, this upright shrub (to 15') has nice burgundy fall color and berries that turn from red to black. S-Sh/M-D

Gardening facts about Viburnum lantana plant

How to Grow Viburnum lantana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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