Winterthur Viburnum

The Winterthur Viburnum is a beautiful native shrub that is compact and easy to grow. It features glossy leaves that turn bold fall colors or purples and reds, while the clusters of fragrant white flowers brighten June and July. The big feature are the huge clusters of berries in fall, that go from white to pink to red, and then turn blue, purple and navy. For a time there will be blue and pink berries in the same cluster. The berries last well into winter, and they are edible. This is a valuable shrub for all gardens, easy to grow and fitting well into every style, from structured beds to wild places.

• Striking and long-lasting crop of pink and blue berries
• Compact upright shrub for borders and wild gardens
• Great fall colors of maroon and purple-reds
• Edible berries can be used in the kitchen
• Grows well in damp to wet soils

Full sun gives the best colors and the most berries on the Winterthur Viburnum, but it’s happy in a little shade too. It thrives in most soils, from ordinary garden soil into moist and even wet ground. It doesn’t have pest or disease problems, and it’s untroubled by deer or rabbits. No pruning is needed or desirable, and this low-maintenance shrub is a great way to keep your gardening easy but attractive. For the biggest berry crops, plant the viburnums BRANDYWINE™, ‘Longwood’, or ‘Pink Beauty’ nearby.