Viburnum nudum

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Possumhaw Viburnum (Viburnum nudum)
Dogwood Family

Possumhaw Viburnum is native to wetlands and lowlands of the eastern U.S. It features glossy, dark green foliage that turns vibrant shades of red and purple in fall. In late spring to early summer, it produces clusters of fragrant, creamy-white flowers that attract pollinators, followed by showy berries that transition from pink to blue-black, providing an important food source for birds. Growing 5-12 feet tall and wide, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a range of soils, including moist or wet conditions. The common name “Possumhaw” comes from its berry production, as opossums and other animals readily feed on the fruit in fall and winter. Better fruit production is achieved with more than one specimen.

Blooms: White, 3-4 weeks, April-May
Leaves: Glossy green, red color in fall
Height: 10-12'
Space: 10-12'
Soil: Moist-Average-Wet
Exposure:  Full sun-Part sun-Part shade
Fauna: Butterfly and moth host plant, fruit for birds and other animals
Seeds:  Small, clustered fruit ranges from pink-blue-purple
Deer Resistance: Low
Zone: 5-9
Native Status: NC native, common in the Piedmont and Coastal Plain, rare in the Mountains
Provenance: NC, seed grown