Viburnum prunifolium
American black haw
Flower Color
Description
A large deciduous shrub or small tree, to around 4m high in cultivation, though can reach up to 8m. Leaves are oval-shaped and glossy green with serrated edges. Broad, flat-topped clusters of small white flowers are produced in mid to late spring, followed by relatively large, edible blue-black berries. Leaves turn shades of red and purple in autumn
Mature Height
8m
Mature Spread
8m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Fast · 0.5 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 3-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Dec
Key Features
Cottage and informal gardenLow MaintenanceFlower borders and beds