1 Blackhaw Shrub Bare Root Viburnum | Native Ornamental Wildlife Bush

The Blackhaw Shrub, botanically known as Viburnum prunifolium, is a native North American ornamental prized for its four-season interest and wildlife value. It offers clusters of creamy white spring blooms, attractive summer foliage, and edible blue-black berries that ripen in fall. Its foliage turns rich shades of red and purple in autumn, making it a standout in native plant gardens, hedgerows, and wildlife landscapes.

This easy-to-grow flowering shrub is an excellent choice for naturalized areas, pollinator gardens, and bird-friendly landscapes. It provides cover and food for wildlife while adding structure and seasonal color to the garden.

Plant Features

• Native ornamental shrub with creamy white spring flowers
• Produces blue-black berries that attract birds and wildlife
• Showy fall foliage in shades of red and purple
• Drought tolerant once established
• Provides cover and food for native wildlife

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Viburnum prunifolium
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
• Water Requirements: Medium; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, rounded
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Mature Height: 12-15 feet
• Spacing: 8-12 feet apart

Planting & Care

Plant your bare root Blackhaw Shrub in early spring or late fall while it is dormant. Soak the roots in water for a few hours before planting. Choose a location with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Dig a hole wide enough to spread the roots and plant at the same depth as it was previously grown. Backfill with soil, water thoroughly, and apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Once established, the Blackhaw Shrub is relatively low-maintenance and drought tolerant. Prune lightly after flowering if needed to maintain shape. This native shrub requires minimal care and provides years of beauty and wildlife habitat.

What's Included

One (1) Blackhaw Shrub bare root plant.