McKay Nursery American Cranberrybush Viburnum
Best resilient shrub for attracting wildlife and adding seasonal interest.
This native shrub is the ultimate multi-season workhorse, offering delicate spring blooms and vibrant autumn color that persists into winter. While it demands a bit of patience for its slow-growing habit, you gain a resilient, low-maintenance habitat that feeds local wildlife and keeps deer at bay.
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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
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Bloom Time
Spring
Soil Conditions
Normal, Clay/Heavy, Wet, Well-drained
Fall Color
Reddish-maroon
Flower Color
White
Fruit Color
Red
Mature Plant Size
10-12' height, 10-12' spread
Growing Zones
2-8
Salt Tolerant
Yes
Native Plant Species
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