Photo of Viburnum opulus var. americanum 'Aurea' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Viburnum opulus var. americanum 'Aurea'

Also Known As

  • Viburnum trilobum 'Aurea'
  • Aurea American Cranberrybush Viburnum
  • Aurea High Bush Cranberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Viburnum opulus var. americanum 'Aurea' plant details

Viburnum opulus var. americanum 'Aurea' 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 and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viburnum opulus var. americanum 'Aurea'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viburnum opulus var. americanum 'Aurea'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Same bush and same flowers as the regular cranberry viburnum, but with lovely yellow/gold leaves.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Viburnum opulus var. americanum 'Aurea' plant

How to Grow Viburnum opulus var. americanum 'Aurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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