{"title":"Viburnums","description":"\u003cp\u003eViburnums — fragrant spring flowers, summer berries, and red-purple fall color. Snowball, Arrowwood, Cranberrybush, Nannyberry, Spice Baby and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mohican-viburnum","title":"Mohican Viburnum","description":"\u003cp\u003eMohican Viburnum is a compact, dense form of the classic wayfaringtree viburnum — covered with flat creamy-white flower clusters in spring and red berries in summer, perfect for Plymouth, Eden Prairie, and Maple Grove gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Mohican Viburnum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:600px;margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;width:40%;\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eViburnum lantana 'Mohican'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eMature Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003e6-8ft tall × 6-8ft wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eBloom \/ Foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eCreamy white flat-clustered flowers in May; red berries ripening to black in late summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eFull sun to part shade. Best bloom in full sun.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eModerate. Drought-tolerant once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eTolerates Minnesota clay-loam. Adapts to most well-drained soils.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eHardiness Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003e3-8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a). Reliable to -40°F.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eModerately deer-resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eDeciduous — clean green leaves, vivid red or burgundy fall color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;font-weight:600;background:#f4f7ec;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #d4dcc8;\"\u003eModerate — 12-18 inches per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love Mohican Viburnum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMulti-season interest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite spring flowers, summer berries (red, blue, or black), and brilliant fall foliage make viburnums one of the most multi-season-interesting shrubs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNative pollinator + bird gardens\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative viburnums feed pollinators in spring and birds in fall when berries ripen. Top-tier wildlife plant for Minnesota landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrivacy + screening\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarger viburnums form excellent dense screens. Pair with evergreens to create year-round privacy with seasonal color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact wayfaringtree viburnum with creamy spring flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMildew-resistant compact form bred at the U.S. National Arboretum. That's why Mohican Viburnum has earned a spot in our Minnesota launch catalog — it's a viburnum we're confident will thrive in your Twin Cities landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Mohican Viburnum in the Twin Cities\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring (mid-April through early June) or early fall (late August through late September). Avoid planting during peak summer heat — Twin Cities heat waves can stress newly installed root balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. Best bloom in full sun. Choose a location with the mature size of 6-8ft tall × 6-8ft wide in mind — give Mohican Viburnum room to fill out without crowding fences, sidewalks, or neighboring plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates Minnesota clay-loam. Adapts to most well-drained soils. If your Twin Cities yard has heavy clay (common in Plymouth, Eden Prairie, and Wayzata), amend the planting hole with 25-30% compost to improve drainage. For sandy soils in parts of Anoka and Washington counties, mix in compost to improve water retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDig a hole 2× the width of the root ball and the same depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoosen the sides of the hole — slick clay walls block root expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet Mohican Viburnum so the top of the root ball is 1-2\" above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackfill with native soil mixed 25% with compost. Tamp gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater deeply (5+ gallons) immediately after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulch 2-3\" deep, keeping mulch 2\" away from the stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year (establishment):\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 1-2× per week from April through October. Mohican Viburnum needs consistent moisture to develop a strong root system for its first Minnesota winter. Check soil moisture 4-6\" deep — water when the top 2-3\" feels dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstablished (year 2+):\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate. Drought-tolerant once established. During typical Twin Cities summers, supplemental water during 2+ week dry spells is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter prep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply in late October before ground freeze — this protects Mohican Viburnum through dry winter winds. Apply a fresh 2-3\" layer of mulch in November to insulate the root zone through deep freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune lightly after bloom in late spring. Viburnums bloom on old wood — heavy spring pruning removes flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Mohican Viburnum hardy in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Mohican Viburnum is rated for zones 3-8 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — the Twin Cities metro is zone 4b–5a, well within its hardiness range. Mildew-resistant compact form bred at the U.S. National Arboretum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Mohican Viburnum grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nModerate — 12-18 inches per year. Expect mature size (6-8ft tall × 6-8ft wide) within 5-8 years depending on site conditions and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill deer eat Mohican Viburnum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nModerately deer-resistant. In high-deer-pressure suburbs (Wayzata, Stillwater, Hudson), supplemental fencing or repellents may help young plants establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant Mohican Viburnum in part shade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFull sun to part shade. Best bloom in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size gallon should I buy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWe typically offer Mohican Viburnum in #2, #5, #10, and sometimes larger gallon sizes. Smaller sizes establish faster and cost less; larger sizes give instant impact. For most Twin Cities residential landscapes, #5 or #10 gallon is the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere We Deliver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree Timbers Minnesota delivers and installs Mohican Viburnum across the Twin Cities metro — Minneapolis, St. Paul, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Edina, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Wayzata, Bloomington, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Lakeville, Eagan, Roseville, Shoreview, Stillwater, Woodbury, Hudson, Hopkins, St. Louis Park, Chanhassen, Excelsior, Victoria, Chaska, and surrounding communities. Live Mohican Viburnum grown for our climate and delivered fresh from our Waconia, MN nursery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Mohican Viburnum Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a dense privacy screen or property-line run, space plants about 6 feet apart (mature width is 6–8 feet):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a specimen, give a single Mohican an 8-foot circle where you can watch the flower-to-berry show, or anchor a back corner with a group of 3 at 6-foot spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMohican Viburnum Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat, creamy-white flower clusters blanket the shrub in May, buzzing with spring pollinators. Prune lightly right after bloom — it flowers on old wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The berry show — clusters turn showy red, then ripen to black in late summer, drawing songbirds while the clean, mildew-resistant foliage stays crisp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves turn vivid red to burgundy for a strong final act. Water deeply in late October before freeze-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dense, rounded twiggy frame that holds its spot in the screen, reliable to -40°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/arrowwood-viburnum\"\u003eArrowwood Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — a native viburnum that cross-stages the bloom and berry season for even more bird traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-muffin-viburnum\"\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — compact, with striking blue berries to vary the fruit display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/compact-american-cranberrybush-viburnum\"\u003eCompact American Cranberrybush Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — native cousin with red fall fruit that persists into winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/techny-arborvitae\"\u003eTechny Arborvitae\u003c\/a\u003e — the evergreen backbone the body recommends pairing with viburnums for year-round privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Mohican Viburnum Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMohican earns its spot where you have room for a 6–8 foot shrub in full sun to part shade and want three solid seasons — May flowers, summer berries for birds, and red-burgundy fall color — on a tough, drought-tolerant frame. It's not a fit for narrow foundation strips or strictly native plantings (wayfaringtree viburnum is European — choose Arrowwood for that), and bloom thins noticeably in deeper shade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54169961726257,"sku":"S3390","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Mohican_viburnum_5_202103b8-6936-47c1-b20d-e0d4fd6fd540.jpg?v=1778452011"},{"product_id":"lil-ditty-viburnum","title":"Lil' Ditty Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Dwarf Native Shrub With Four-Season Appeal\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLil' Ditty Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum cassinoides\u003c\/em\u003e 'Lil' Ditty') packs the wildlife value of native witherod viburnum into a tiny, rounded shrub just 1 to 2 feet tall and wide. Puffs of creamy-white, fragrant flowers cover it in late spring, followed by berries that ripen pink to blue-black for the birds, and burgundy-red fall foliage. Compact, tough, and deer-resistant, it's a native-friendly little shrub for foundations, low borders, and small yards in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLil' Ditty Viburnum Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eViburnum cassinoides 'Lil' Ditty' (Viburnum nudum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 ft. tall, 1–2 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–9 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring into early summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreamy white, fragrant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay and moist soil; prefers slightly acidic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to -40°F — an exceptionally hardy native\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelection of native witherod viburnum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact foundation and low borders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its dwarf size suits the front of beds, foundations, and small spaces where larger viburnums won't fit. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative and pollinator gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fragrant flowers feed pollinators and the berries feed birds. Plant more than one nearby to improve berry set. Pair with native perennials and ferns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Keep moist through establishment; it tolerates moist soils well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Lil' Ditty Viburnum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Lil' Ditty Viburnum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it tolerates moist sites and average rainfall once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it produce berries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — berry set improves with a second viburnum nearby for cross-pollination. The berries ripen pink to blue-black and attract birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — it's a dwarf selection of native witherod viburnum, supporting pollinators and birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — hardy well below Twin Cities lows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum (Viburnum dentatum):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native arrowwood with blue berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBunchberry (Cornus canadensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native groundcover with berries and fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative perennials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with coneflower and bee balm for a pollinator border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Lil' Ditty Viburnum Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a low border or bed-front edging, use the body's own 2–3 foot spacing (mature spread is just 1–2 ft, so 2-foot centers knit into a continuous ribbon):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants at 2 ft spacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant at least 2–3 even for accents — the body notes berry set improves with another viburnum nearby for cross-pollination, and a trio on 2-foot centers makes one knee-high mound of bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLil' Ditty Viburnum Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puffs of creamy-white, fragrant flowers smother the little mound in late spring, buzzing with native bees and other pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tidy knee-high cushion of glossy foliage while berries quietly develop — watch them shift from green toward pink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e The two-for-one finale: berries ripen pink to blue-black as songbirds move in, while the leaves turn rich burgundy-red.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A compact twiggy dome that disappears politely under snow — hardy to -40°F, no protection needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-muffin-viburnum\"\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — the body's own pick: a native arrowwood whose blue berries continue the bird buffet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/arrowwood-viburnum\"\u003eArrowwood Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — the rugged full-size Minnesota native for the back of the same wildlife bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/compact-american-cranberrybush-viburnum\"\u003eCompact American Cranberrybush\u003c\/a\u003e — native cranberrybush at mid-height to tier the planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/iroquois-beauty-chokeberry\"\u003eIroquois Beauty Chokeberry\u003c\/a\u003e — fellow compact native with white spring bloom and dark fall fruit for moist soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Lil' Ditty Viburnum Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Lil' Ditty when you want real native wildlife value — fragrant bloom, bird berries, burgundy fall color — in a front-of-bed footprint barely bigger than a perennial, in full sun to part shade and anything from average to moist clay soil. Deer leave it alone and -40°F doesn't faze it. Not a fit if you need quick screening height or have a bone-dry sandy strip — it stays tiny and prefers steady moisture; plant a partner viburnum if berries are the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54314720297265,"sku":null,"price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/lil-ditty-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727884"},{"product_id":"spice-baby-viburnum","title":"Spice Baby Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eIntense Spring Fragrance on a Compact Shrub\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpice Baby Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum carlesii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Spice Baby') is a compact Koreanspice viburnum grown for one unforgettable feature: its powerful, sweet spring fragrance. Rounded clusters of pink buds open to white, intensely perfumed snowball-like flowers that scent the whole garden, followed by glossy foliage that colors in fall. Its tidy size fits foundations and entryways, where the fragrance can be enjoyed up close. Tough and deer-resistant, it's a sensory delight for Edina, Maple Grove, and Woodbury gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViburnum carlesii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Spice Baby'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 4–7 (hardy across most of Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring (fragrant white, pink buds)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBurgundy-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAverage, well-drained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Spice Baby near patios, entryways, and walkways where its spring fragrance can be enjoyed. It works beautifully in foundation plantings, mixed borders, and as a specimen, and the spring flowers feed early pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall, when cooler weather and steady moisture help roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it prefers average, well-drained soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A drip line keeps the root zone evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fragrant is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery, Koreanspice viburnums are among the most powerfully fragrant spring shrubs, so site it where you'll enjoy the scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 4–5 feet, more compact than standard Koreanspice viburnum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hardy in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, hardy to Zone 4 and reliable across most of the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, viburnums are generally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Spice Baby with our other viburnums and flowering shrubs near a patio or entry for fragrance and multi-season interest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54315036803377,"sku":null,"price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/spice-baby-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727883"},{"product_id":"compact-european-viburnum","title":"Compact European Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Tidy Cranberrybush with Lacecap Flowers and Red Berries\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompact European Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum opulus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Compactum') is a denser, smaller European cranberrybush that delivers showy white lacecap flowers in spring, bright translucent red berries through fall and winter, and rich red fall foliage, all on a tidy frame that fits real gardens. The berries draw birds and the flowers feed pollinators, making it a hard-working ornamental. Tough and deer-resistant, it's a great hedge or foundation shrub for Minnetonka, Lakeville, and Blaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViburnum opulus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Compactum'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 3–8 (fully hardy across Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring (white lacecap clusters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright red berries, persistent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable; tolerates moist and average soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Compact European Viburnum as a low hedge, foundation shrub, or specimen in borders and wildlife plantings. Its lacecap flowers, persistent red berries, and red fall color give multi-season interest in a manageable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall, when cooler weather and steady moisture help roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it prefers average to moist soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A drip line or soaker hose keeps the root zone evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 4–5 feet, smaller and denser than the standard European cranberrybush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it produce berries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, bright red, persistent berries that add winter interest and feed birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hardy in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, hardy to Zone 3 and reliable statewide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, viburnums are generally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Compact European Viburnum with our native cranberrybush viburnums and flowering shrubs for a multi-season, wildlife-friendly planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Compact European Viburnum Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 4–5 ft tall and wide, plant on 4-foot centers for a dense low hedge or foundation run, or group 3 at 4–5 ft apart as a border anchor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHedge Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (4 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–11 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompact European Viburnum Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showy white lacecap clusters ring the branches in late spring, drawing pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, maple-like green foliage keeps a tidy 4–5 ft form with little pruning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves turn rich red while clusters of translucent red berries ripen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The persistent berries hang on the bare frame, feeding birds and glowing against the snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Shade-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/compact-american-cranberrybush-viburnum\"\u003eCompact American Cranberrybush Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — the native counterpart at nearly the same size; plant both for a berry-rich mixed hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dwarf-european-viburnum\"\u003eDwarf European Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — the even-smaller opulus form for edging in front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-muffin-viburnum\"\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — blue berries against this one's red for a two-color bird buffet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/common-snowball-viburnum\"\u003eCommon Snowball Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — the big showball cousin for the back of the border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Compact European Viburnum Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it if you want a tidy 4–5 ft shrub with flowers, persistent winter berries, and red fall color in full sun to part shade — it's deer-resistant, zone-3 tough, and sized for foundations. It's not a fit if you want a native planting: this is the European species, so for habitat-first gardens choose the American cranberrybush instead; it also prefers average-to-moist soil over dry sites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54315251695921,"sku":null,"price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/compact-european-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727884"},{"product_id":"arrowwood-viburnum","title":"Arrowwood Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Rugged Native Shrub for Hedges and Wildlife\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eArrowwood Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum dentatum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a tough, adaptable Minnesota native and one of the best all-around hedge shrubs you can plant. Flat clusters of creamy-white flowers in late spring feed pollinators, blue-black berries follow to draw songbirds, and the glossy green foliage turns rich red to burgundy in fall. Fast-growing, dependable, and deer-resistant, it thrives in sun or shade and a wide range of soils in Eden Prairie, Plymouth, and Eagan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eViburnum dentatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–10 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 3–8 (fully hardy across Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring (creamy-white clusters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue-black berries (late summer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly adaptable; tolerates wet and dry soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Arrowwood as a hedge, screen, or large specimen in borders, native and pollinator plantings, and wildlife gardens. Its adaptability to sun, shade, and varied soils makes it one of the most versatile native shrubs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall. This tough native establishes easily across Minnesota.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it tolerates both wet and dry soils once established.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A drip line or soaker hose keeps the root zone evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a Minnesota native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, arrowwood viburnum is native to Minnesota and excellent for wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it grow in tough spots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it's remarkably adaptable to sun or shade and wet or dry soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it produce berries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, blue-black berries that songbirds love; fruit set improves with another arrowwood nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, viburnums are generally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Arrowwood with Blue Muffin and our other native viburnums for a wildlife-friendly hedge with strong berry set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Arrowwood Viburnum Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a privacy hedge or screen, space Arrowwood 5–6 feet apart (mature width 6–10 ft — they knit into a solid wall):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways include at least two arrowwoods (or a Blue Muffin) in the planting — cross-pollination dramatically improves the berry crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eArrowwood Viburnum Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat, creamy-white flower clusters cover the shrub in late spring, buzzing with native bees and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy, toothed green leaves make a dense screen while blue-black berries ripen in late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage turns rich red to burgundy as songbirds strip the berry clusters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, arching stems hold their structure and give birds cover through the cold months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Shade-Tolerant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-muffin-viburnum\"\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — a compact arrowwood selection that cross-pollinates for a heavier berry set on both plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/compact-american-cranberrybush-viburnum\"\u003eCompact American Cranberrybush\u003c\/a\u003e — native red berries to complement the blue-black ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-feather-viburnum\"\u003eRed Feather Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — striking red new growth for a mixed viburnum hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gray-dogwood\"\u003eGray Dogwood\u003c\/a\u003e — a fellow thicket-forming native that extends the wildlife screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Arrowwood Viburnum Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most forgiving shrubs we sell — sun or shade, wet or dry, clay or loam, deer pressure or not, it grows. Choose it for property-line hedges, native plantings, and bird gardens where you can give it space. Not a fit for tight foundation beds: at 6–10 feet tall and wide it will outgrow a small spot fast — use Blue Muffin there instead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54315253203249,"sku":null,"price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/arrowwood-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727885"},{"product_id":"blue-muffin-viburnum","title":"Blue Muffin Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Native Arrowwood with Standout Blue Berries\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum dentatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blue Muffin') is a compact, garden-friendly selection of our native arrowwood, prized for the unusually vivid blue berries that follow its creamy-white spring flowers. Glossy green summer foliage turns burgundy-red in fall, and the berries feed songbirds while the spring blooms feed pollinators. Tough, adaptable, and deer-resistant, it's a versatile native for hedges, borders, and wildlife gardens in Edina, Maple Grove, and Woodbury. For the heaviest fruit set, plant near another arrowwood viburnum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViburnum dentatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Blue Muffin'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–7 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 3–8 (fully hardy across Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring (creamy-white clusters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVivid blue berries (late summer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable; tolerates moist and average soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Blue Muffin as a hedge, screen, or specimen in borders, native and pollinator plantings, and wildlife gardens. Its spring flowers support pollinators, the blue berries draw songbirds, and the fall color is rich burgundy-red.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall, when cooler weather and steady moisture help roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems. For best fruit, plant within range of another arrowwood viburnum for cross-pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it prefers average to moist soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A drip line or soaker hose keeps the root zone evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need more than one for berries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArrowwood viburnums fruit most heavily when cross-pollinated by another arrowwood nearby, so plant a partner for the best blue-berry display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a Minnesota native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, arrowwood viburnum is native to Minnesota.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 5–7 feet, a versatile size for hedges and borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, viburnums are generally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Blue Muffin with our Arrowwood and other native viburnums for the best berry set and a wildlife-friendly hedge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Blue Muffin Viburnum Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a berry-producing hedge or screen, space plants 4–5 feet apart (centers) — at 5–7 feet wide they grow together into a solid wildlife hedge:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (4–5 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–9 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBerry tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Blue Muffin' sets fruit most heavily with a genetically different arrowwood nearby — include at least one straight-species Arrowwood Viburnum within about 50 feet rather than planting Blue Muffin alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy toothed leaves emerge, followed by flat creamy-white flower clusters in late spring that hum with native bees and other pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, glossy green foliage; by late summer the show begins — clusters of vivid, almost porcelain-blue berries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage turns rich burgundy-red while songbirds work through the berry clusters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e An upright, multi-stemmed structure that holds snow nicely; fully hardy across Minnesota with zero protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Shade-Tolerant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/arrowwood-viburnum\"\u003eArrowwood Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — the essential cross-pollination partner for the heaviest blue-berry set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/compact-american-cranberrybush-viburnum\"\u003eCompact American Cranberrybush Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — a native companion with red fruit for a two-color berry hedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-feather-viburnum\"\u003eRed Feather Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — glossy foliage with red-flushed new growth to vary the hedge texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gray-dogwood\"\u003eGray Dogwood\u003c\/a\u003e — a tough native with white berries that extends the songbird buffet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Blue Muffin Viburnum Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Blue Muffin if you want a native, deer-resistant hedge or border shrub for full sun to part shade and average-to-moist soil — it earns its spot three seasons running with flowers, blue berries, and burgundy fall color. It's not a fit if you're planting one in isolation and counting on the berry show: without another arrowwood nearby for cross-pollination, fruit set will be sparse.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54315256086833,"sku":null,"price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54315256119601,"sku":null,"price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#7 Gallon","offer_id":54315256152369,"sku":null,"price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#10 Gallon","offer_id":54315256185137,"sku":null,"price":96.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/blue-muffin-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727884"},{"product_id":"red-feather-viburnum","title":"Red Feather Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBold Red New Growth on a Tough, Large Viburnum\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed Feather Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum lantana\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Feather') is grown for the striking red color of its emerging leaves and stems in spring, a feathery flush of red over the large, textured shrub. Flat clusters of creamy-white flowers appear in spring, followed by berries that shift from red to black to feed birds, and the bold foliage takes on color again in fall. Exceptionally tough, adaptable, and deer-resistant, it makes a substantial screen or specimen in Minnetonka, Lakeville, and Blaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViburnum lantana\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Feather'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 3–7 (fully hardy across Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring (creamy-white clusters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBerries ripening red to black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable; tolerates dry and average soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Red Feather as a screen, hedge, or large specimen in borders and wildlife plantings. Its red new growth, spring flowers, colorful berries, and fall color provide multi-season interest, and it tolerates tougher, drier sites than many viburnums.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall, when cooler weather and steady moisture help roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it tolerates drier soil better than most viburnums once established.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A drip line keeps the root zone evenly moist while establishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Red Feather distinctive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts emerging spring foliage and stems are boldly red, giving a feathery red flush over the shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 8–10 feet, making a substantial screen or specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hardy in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, hardy to Zone 3 and reliable statewide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, viburnums are generally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Red Feather with our other viburnums and large shrubs for a tough, colorful screen or wildlife border.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54315265720625,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54315265753393,"sku":null,"price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/red-feather-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727883"},{"product_id":"common-snowball-viburnum","title":"Common Snowball Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBig, Showy White Snowballs Every Spring\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eCommon Snowball Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum opulus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Roseum') is the beloved old-fashioned snowball bush, smothering itself each spring in large, rounded clusters of pure white flowers that look just like snowballs hanging from the branches. The blooms open pale green and mature to white, making a spectacular show on a big, arching shrub. Tough, deer-resistant, and easy, this nostalgic favorite is a stunning specimen, screen, or backdrop in Eden Prairie, Plymouth, and Eagan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViburnum opulus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Roseum'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–12 ft tall, 8–12 ft wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 3–8 (fully hardy across Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite (opening pale green)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable; tolerates moist and average soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Common Snowball as a dramatic spring-flowering specimen, screen, or backdrop in large borders. Its snowball blooms are excellent for cutting. Because the showy flowers are sterile it does not set fruit, keeping it tidy and seedling-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall, when cooler weather and steady moisture help roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems. Give it room to reach full size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it prefers average to moist soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A drip line or soaker hose keeps the root zone evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it produce berries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, the showy snowball flowers are sterile, so it doesn't set fruit, an advantage if you want a tidy, non-seeding shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a large shrub at 10–12 feet, ideal as a specimen or screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hardy in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, hardy to Zone 3 and reliable statewide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, viburnums are generally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Common Snowball with our other viburnums and flowering shrubs for a spectacular spring display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Common Snowball Viburnum Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a big shrub — 8–12 ft wide at maturity — so give it room. For a flowering screen or backdrop, plant on 8-foot centers; for a single specimen, allow a 10–12 ft circle clear of walks and foundations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (8 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Snowball Viburnum Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lime-green buds swell into big, rounded snowball clusters that mature to pure white in late spring — the signature show, and excellent for cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, maple-like dark green foliage on a dense, arching shrub makes a solid green backdrop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage can blush purplish-red in a good year; because the flowers are sterile, there are no berries to drop or stain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tall, arching branch framework gives the back of the border useful structure against the snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Deer-Resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/compact-american-cranberrybush-viburnum\"\u003eCompact American Cranberrybush Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — a native cousin that adds the berries and wildlife value the sterile snowball doesn't.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-muffin-viburnum\"\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — compact native arrowwood with blue fruit for the birds; blooms in the same season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/red-feather-viburnum\"\u003eRed Feather Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — striking red new growth that plays off the white snowballs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/common-purple-lilac\"\u003eCommon Purple Lilac\u003c\/a\u003e — fragrant purple bloom at the same late-spring moment for a classic farmstead pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Common Snowball Viburnum Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it if you have full sun to part shade, average-to-moist soil, and room for a 10–12 ft shrub to arch naturally — it shines as a specimen, screen, or back-of-border anchor, and deer largely leave it alone. It's not a fit if you're after wildlife value or a small foundation bed: the sterile blooms feed no pollinators and set no fruit, and it's simply too large for tight spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54315267064113,"sku":null,"price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/common-snowball-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727889"},{"product_id":"dwarf-european-viburnum","title":"Dwarf European Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Tidy Dwarf Viburnum for Low Hedges and Edging\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eDwarf European Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum opulus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Nanum') is a naturally compact, dense little shrub grown for its fine-textured, maple-like green foliage and neat, mounded form. Rarely flowering, it's valued instead as a low, formal-looking hedge or edging plant that needs little pruning to stay tidy. Tough, adaptable, and deer-resistant, it brings clean structure to foundations and borders in Edina, Maple Grove, and Woodbury, with reddish fall tints as a bonus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViburnum opulus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Nanum'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft tall and wide (dwarf)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 3–8 (fully hardy across Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDense, mounded, fine-textured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReddish tints\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable; tolerates moist and average soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Dwarf European Viburnum as a low hedge, edging, or tidy filler in foundation beds and formal plantings. Its dense, fine texture takes light shearing well and provides reliable structure with minimal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall, when cooler weather and steady moisture help roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it prefers average to moist soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A drip line keeps the root zone evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt rarely flowers; it's grown for its dense, fine-textured foliage and tidy form rather than bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt stays a compact 2–3 feet, ideal for low hedges and edging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it hardy in Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, hardy to Zone 3 and reliable statewide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, viburnums are generally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Dwarf European Viburnum with boxwood and other compact shrubs for tidy, low-care structure and edging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Dwarf European Viburnum Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a tidy 2–3 feet tall and wide, this is a classic low-hedge and edging plant. Space about 2 feet on center for a continuous, formal-looking line that knits together in 2–3 seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEdge \/ low hedge length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants needed (2 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a standalone filler in a foundation bed, use groups of 3 spaced 2½ feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDwarf European Viburnum Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine-textured, maple-like leaves emerge fresh green, quickly rebuilding the dense mound. Flowers are rare — this one is all about foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e A neat, dense green cushion that takes light shearing well and holds its formal shape with almost no attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage picks up reddish tints before dropping — a quiet but pleasant finish to the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare but densely twiggy, the low mounded outline still reads as structure along a walk or foundation, hardy to zone 3 without protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Shade-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/compact-european-viburnum\"\u003eCompact European Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — the bigger 4–5 ft version, for stepping the hedge up in height behind it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-muffin-viburnum\"\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — adds the spring flowers and blue berries this dwarf doesn't produce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/common-snowball-viburnum\"\u003eCommon Snowball Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — a showy white-flowered cousin as a backdrop specimen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/compact-american-cranberrybush-viburnum\"\u003eCompact American Cranberrybush Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — a native mid-size viburnum with berries and wildlife value for the same bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Dwarf European Viburnum Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it if you want a low, formal-looking hedge or bed edging that stays 2–3 feet on its own — in sun or part shade, average or moist soil, and deer country. It's one of the easiest tidy-structure plants you can grow in the Twin Cities. It's not a fit if you're after flowers, berries, or pollinator value: 'Nanum' rarely blooms, so pick Blue Muffin or the American cranberrybush types when wildlife interest matters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54315267719473,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/dwarf-european-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727888"},{"product_id":"compact-american-cranberrybush-viburnum","title":"Compact American Cranberrybush Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Native Cranberrybush in a More Compact Form\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompact American Cranberrybush (\u003cem\u003eViburnum trilobum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Compactum') delivers all the wildlife value and three-season beauty of our native cranberrybush in a smaller, denser package that fits real yards. White lacecap flowers cover it in spring, glossy maple-like leaves turn fiery red in fall, and bright red, cranberry-like berries follow to feed birds into winter. Tough, deer-resistant, and adaptable, it's a perfect native shrub for foundations and borders in Minnetonka, Lakeville, and Blaine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViburnum trilobum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Compactum'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–6 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 2–7 (fully hardy across Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring (white lacecap clusters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, cranberry-like berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable; tolerates moist and average soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Compact American Cranberrybush in foundation plantings, mixed and native borders, low hedges, and wildlife gardens where a full-size cranberrybush would be too large. It supports pollinators and birds and offers excellent fall color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall. This tough native establishes easily across Minnesota.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it prefers average to moist soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A drip line or soaker hose keeps the root zone evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 5–6 feet tall and wide, noticeably smaller than the standard cranberrybush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a Minnesota native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it's a compact selection of native American cranberrybush.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it produce berries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, bright red, cranberry-like berries that birds enjoy and persist into winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, viburnums are generally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Compact American Cranberrybush with Wentworth and our other native viburnums for a wildlife-friendly planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Compact American Cranberrybush Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 5–6 ft tall and wide, this is an easy hedging size. Plant on 4–5 ft centers for a dense informal hedge or foundation run, or use a group of 3 spaced 5 ft apart in a wildlife border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHedge Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (4–5 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–9 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompact American Cranberrybush Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e White lacecap flower clusters cover the shrub, feeding native pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy, maple-like green leaves form a dense, tidy 5–6 ft mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foliage turns fiery red while clusters of bright cranberry-like berries ripen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red berries persist on bare stems, feeding birds and bringing color against the snow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Minnesota Native   ✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Rain-Garden \/ Wet-Soil   ✔ Shade-Tolerant   ✔ Four-Season Interest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/wentworth-viburnum\"\u003eWentworth Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — the body's own pick: a full-size native cranberrybush to anchor the back of the planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-muffin-viburnum\"\u003eBlue Muffin Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — native arrowwood with blue berries; cross-genus berry buffet for the birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/redwing-viburnum\"\u003eRedwing Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e — red-tinged native cousin that extends the cranberrybush show.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gray-dogwood\"\u003eGray Dogwood\u003c\/a\u003e — fellow Minnesota native with white berries for a layered wildlife border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Compact American Cranberrybush Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose it if you want true native wildlife value in a foundation-friendly 5–6 ft package — it takes full sun to part shade, handles moist soil, resists deer, and gives flowers, fall fire, and winter berries. It's not a fit for hot, dry, sandy sites: it prefers average-to-moist ground and will struggle in drought-prone corners without supplemental water.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54315269357873,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54315269390641,"sku":null,"price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/compact-american-cranberrybush-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727888"},{"product_id":"redwing-viburnum","title":"Redwing Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Native Cranberrybush with Red-Tinged New Growth\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eRedwing Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum trilobum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Redwing') is a standout selection of our native American cranberrybush, prized for the rich red color of its emerging spring foliage. White lacecap flowers follow in spring, glossy green summer leaves turn brilliant red in fall, and bright red berries persist into winter for the birds. Tough, adaptable, and deer-resistant, this vigorous native shrub makes a beautiful hedge, screen, or specimen in Eden Prairie, Plymouth, and Eagan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViburnum trilobum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Redwing'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 2–7 (fully hardy across Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring (white lacecap clusters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, cranberry-like berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable; tolerates moist and average soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Redwing as a hedge, screen, or large specimen in borders, native and pollinator plantings, and wildlife gardens. Its red new growth, spring flowers, fall color, and persistent berries provide year-round interest and support pollinators and birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall. This tough native establishes easily across Minnesota.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply 2–3 times per week to establish the roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Year One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water during dry spells; it prefers average to moist soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Irrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A drip line or soaker hose keeps the root zone evenly moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's special about Redwing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts emerging spring foliage is richly red-tinged, adding a season of color beyond the flowers and fall display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a Minnesota native?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, American cranberrybush is native to Minnesota.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 8–10 feet tall and wide, ideal for a hedge or screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, viburnums are generally deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair Redwing with Wentworth and our other native viburnums for a wildlife-friendly hedge or border.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#5 Gallon","offer_id":54315271455025,"sku":null,"price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"#10","offer_id":54315271487793,"sku":null,"price":91.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/redwing-viburnum.jpg?v=1779727888"},{"product_id":"wentworth-viburnum","title":"Wentworth Viburnum","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Native Cranberrybush for Three Seasons and Wildlife\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp\u003eWentworth Viburnum (\u003cem\u003eViburnum trilobum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Wentworth') is a superb selection of our native American cranberrybush, offering something in every season: flat-topped clusters of white lacecap flowers in spring, glossy maple-like foliage in summer, brilliant red fall color, and bright red, edible, cranberry-like berries that persist into winter to feed birds. Tough, adaptable, and deer-resistant, this large native shrub makes an excellent hedge or screen in Edina, Maple Grove, and Woodbury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViburnum trilobum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Wentworth'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZone 2–7 (fully hardy across Minnesota)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring (white lacecap clusters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, edible, cranberry-like berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable; tolerates moist and average soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Wentworth as a hedge, screen, or large specimen in borders, native and pollinator plantings, and wildlife gardens. Its spring flowers feed pollinators, the berries support birds (and make a tart preserve), and the fall color is outstanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or early fall. This tough native establishes easily across Minnesota.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. 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