Description

An improved selection of the classic native shrub; large clusters of creamy white flowers in spring, showy blue fruit in fall and reliable fall color; has an upright spreading habit; hardy and adaptable with excellent powdery mildew resistance

Landscape Attributes

HomeFree Nannyberry Viburnum is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition.

HomeFree Nannyberry Viburnum is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Planting & Growing

HomeFree Nannyberry Viburnum will grow to be about 15 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 10 feet. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 3 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more.

This shrub performs well in both full sun and full shade. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under average home landscape conditions. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selection of a native North American species.