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Caprifoliaceae
Viburnum dentatum
Arrowwood Viburnum, Southern Arrowwood
Hardy and reliable, arrowwood is a useful medium-sized to large deciduous shrub that is amenable to many growing conditions and soil types. This native of the eastern United States has straight upright stems, a rounded habit, and distinctive dark green, coarsely toothed leaves that turn shades of yellow, burgundy or purple-red in fall. In late spring to early summer, it bears flattened clusters of creamy white flowers. If another arrowwood cultivar is nearby, they are followed by blue-black berry-like fruits that attract birds.
Grow arrowwood in locations with full to part sun and average soil. It is durable and works well in informal hedges, screens, foundation plantings or natural areas. Many cultivars are available, including the compact Blue Muffin™ and the glossy-leaved Chicago Lustre®.
8 - 1
3 - 8
1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Shrub
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade
4'-15' / 1.2m - 4.6m
Late Spring, Early Summer
Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, Central United States, South-Central United States
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Well Drained
Clay, Loam, Sand
Pollution
Medium
Average Water
Oval/Rounded
Spring, Summer, Fall
Showy
White
Dark Blue, Black
Dark Green
Yellow, Red, Orange, Dark Red, Orange Red
Sandy Brown, Slate Gray
No
Single
Yes
Matte
Foundation, Hedges, Mixed Border, Screening / Wind Break, Wildflower
Birds, Butterflies
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