Viburnum opulus var. americanum Redwing®

Scientific Name: Viburnum opulus var. americanum 'J N Select'

Also Known As

Viburnum trilobum 'J.N. Select'
Viburnum trilobum 'Red Wing'
Viburnum trilobum 'Redwing'
Viburnum trilobum Redwing™
American Cranberry Bush
J.N. Select American Cranberrybush Viburnum - Redwing™
Redwing American Cranberry Bush
VIBURNUM

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

2a-9b

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Viburnum opulus var. americanum Redwing® plant details

Viburnum opulus var. americanum Redwing® is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with purple and red 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 - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in acidic, alkaline and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viburnum opulus var. americanum Redwing®

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: adoxaceae, caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous purple and red
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viburnum opulus var. americanum Redwing®

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional

Soil needs: acidic, alkaline and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selected for 1) its red-tinted new growth, 2) its speedy growth rate, and good 8-9' form, 3) its white flowers 4) its bright-red fruit late fall to early winter and 5) its bright-wine-red fall color...enough?! S/M PPAF

By: Forestfarm

This plant for its densely branched, upright form; good growth rate; and attractive, red-tinted new foliage. This native shrub produces handsome white flowers in mid- to late May, followed by clusters of ornamental bright red fruit that persist from late fall through early winter. The foliage turns a brilliant red in fall. This selection has been verified by Dr. Edward R. Hasselkus of the University of Wisconsin, Madison, as a true V. trilobum, not a hybrid — unlike many other cultivars in the trade. Matures 8' to 10' in height with a 6' to 8' spread. Needs cross-pollination for best fruit production.

By: Chicagoland Grows® Plant Introduction Program

Has beautiful purple-red new growth in spring. By fall the leaves will turn wine red . The flowers will appear in May and will be followed by long lasting red fruit.