American Cranberrybush Viburnum
Best resilient shrub for attracting wildlife and adding seasonal interest.
The American Cranberrybush Viburnum is a native shrub celebrated for its year-round appeal. It produces flat-topped white flowers in late spring, followed by lush green foliage that turns a striking reddish-maroon in autumn. Its prominent clusters of bright red berries provide winter interest and are a vital food source for birds. This adaptable plant is also known to attract bees and butterflies, contributing to garden biodiversity. It exhibits resistance to deer and tolerance to salt, making it a versatile choice for various landscape conditions.
$22.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
925
/ 3331
#925 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-42%
Below average
Sun Exposure
Sun, Part Sun/Shade
/ Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Who it's for
- Home gardeners seeking multi-season visual appeal in their landscape.
- Nature enthusiasts and bird watchers wanting to attract local fauna.
- Busy gardeners desiring resilient, easy-to-grow native shrubs.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in areas with known viburnum leaf beetle populations.
- Homeowners with smaller yards or limited planting areas.
- Gardeners hoping for sweet, fresh-eating fruit from their landscape.
Performance breakdown
Wildlife Attraction
A powerhouse for supporting local birds, bees, and essential garden pollinators.
Seasonal Versatility
Provides year-round visual interest from spring blooms to vibrant winter berries.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives in diverse soil conditions and withstands harsh salt exposure effortlessly.
Deer Resistance
Reliably deters browsing deer, protecting your landscape investment from common pests.
Native Hardiness
Exceptional cold tolerance makes this a dependable choice for northern climates.
Edible Utility
Produces harvestable fruit that adds culinary potential to your home garden.
Key Specs
Sun Exposure
Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Bloom Time
Spring
Soil Conditions
Normal, Clay/Heavy, Wet
Fall Color
Burgundy/Purple, Red
Flower Color
White
Fruit Color
Red
Mature Plant Size
10-12'
Growing Zones
2-8
Features
- Attractive red fruit for winter interest
- Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies
- Deer resistant and salt tolerant
- Native plant species
- Edible berries for human consumption
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the American Cranberrybush Viburnum from McKay Nursery for its exceptional quality and robust health upon arrival. Many reviewers highlight the careful packaging, ensuring plants reach their destination in excellent condition with strong root systems. This reliability in shipping and initial plant vigor translates into successful establishment and vigorous growth in various garden settings. Gardeners appreciate how these plants quickly adapt and thrive, often exceeding expectations for a young shrub. The consistent positive experience underscores a strong sense of satisfaction with the product's overall quality and its ability to enhance landscapes.
Know before you buy
This shrub typically reaches a mature height of 10 to 12 feet. Be sure to provide enough space in your landscape to accommodate its full size.
Yes, the berries are edible for humans and are often used in jams or jellies. However, they are most commonly left on the bush to serve as a vital food source for local bird populations during the winter.
The American Cranberrybush is an excellent choice for these conditions. It is naturally deer-resistant and has a high tolerance for salt, making it suitable for areas near roads or coastal environments.
This is a highly adaptable shrub that thrives in sun to part-shade conditions. It is particularly versatile regarding soil, performing well in normal, heavy clay, and even wet soil conditions.
Yes, it offers seasonal appeal with white spring flowers, lush green summer foliage, vibrant reddish-maroon autumn color, and bright red berries that persist through the winter.
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