Viburnum rafinesquianum

Also Known As

VIBURNUM

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 5'-10'
W: 5'-10'

planting zones

3a-9b

Viburnum rafinesquianum plant details

Viburnum rafinesquianum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viburnum rafinesquianum

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: adoxaceae, caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 10 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viburnum rafinesquianum

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 8-10' shrub calls the open woods and floodplain forests of Quebec to Georgia and Missouri home, where its arrow-straight stems bring attractive toothed foliage, clusters of white late spring flowers and dark purple fall fruits. S-PSh/M