Key Facts:
Common Name: Compact American Viburnum
Scientific Name: Viburnum dentatum ‘Compactum’
Flower Color: White
Fruit Color: Blue-black
Fall Foliage Color: Red to purple
Bloom Time: Late spring
Fruit Harvest Time: Late summer to fall
Height: 3-5 feet (0.9-1.5 meters)
Spread: 3-4 feet (0.9-1.2 meters)
Growth Rate: Moderate; typically grows 6-12 inches (15-30 cm) per year
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers regular watering but is somewhat drought-tolerant once established
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4-8
Maintenance: Low; requires minimal pruning to maintain shape; occasional removal of dead or damaged wood
Uses: Perfect for small gardens, borders, foundation plantings, and as a low-maintenance landscape shrub; provides seasonal interest with its flowers, berries, and fall color
Why You’ll Love It:
Add a touch of elegance and versatility to your garden with Compact American Viburnum. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller spaces, while its beautiful white blooms, blue-black berries, and vibrant fall foliage provide year-round interest. This hardy and low-maintenance shrub is ideal for enhancing garden beds, borders, or foundation plantings with minimal care. Embrace the charm and functionality of Compact American Viburnum—bring this delightful shrub into your landscape and enjoy its beauty through every season!
Compact American Viburnum
Compact American Viburnum (Viburnum dentatum ‘Compactum’) is a charming and versatile deciduous shrub known for its compact size, attractive foliage, and seasonal interest. This dwarf variety features lush green leaves that turn vibrant shades of red and purple in the fall, and produces clusters of white flowers in late spring, followed by small blue-black berries. Ideal for small gardens, borders, or as a foundation plant, Compact American Viburnum offers a blend of beauty and functionality with minimal maintenance.
