Arrowwood Viburnum

Arrowwood Viburnum is a versatile deciduous shrub native to much of the eastern and central U.S. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a wide range of soil types, including clay and occasionally wet conditions, making it an excellent fit for rain gardens, streambanks, and low-lying areas.

It typically grows 6–10 feet tall and wide, forming multi-stemmed, rounded thickets with arching branches and is perfect for a hedge or privacy planting. In late spring, it produces flattened clusters of small white flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. These are followed by dark blue, berry-like drupes in late summer to early fall—an important food source for over 30 species of birds, including cardinals, catbirds, and thrushes.

• Best pruned just after flowering if shaping is desired—next season’s buds form in summer.
• Plant two or more individuals for optimal fruit set.
• Tolerates rejuvenation pruning if it becomes overgrown or leggy.
• Mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds in naturalized settings.