Blackhaw Viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium) vy-BURN-um prew-nih-FOE-lee-um Genus:  Viburnum Blackhaw Viburnum is a large shrub or small tree with clusters of creamy white flowers followed by pink-rose berries, which birds love to eat. Its distinctive bronze-green foliage on reddish purple stems turns blue-black in the fall. Blackhaw grows to 12 to 15 feet high and 8 to12 feet wide. Noteworthy Characteristics:  U.S. native. Attracts birds. Low-maintenance. Edible fruit. Care:  Provide full sun to partial shade in moist, but well-drained soil. Prune immediately after flowering. Problems:  Nothing serious.

Overview

Height 10 ft. to 15 ft. Spread 6 ft. to 10 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Song Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Native, Showy Fall Foliage, Showy Flowers, Showy Fruit Bloom Time Late Spring Flower Color White Uses Beds and Borders, Hedge, Screening, Specimen Plant/Focal Point Style Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Shrubs