Viburnum trilobum 'Spring Red' - 80-100 CM C2

Description
The American Cranberry (Viburnum trilobum) is an upright shrub with decorative, red fruits. These exude a strong fragrance. It produces white flowers from June to August. The American Cranberry also has 3-lobed, medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location, it usually reaches a height of around 3 metres. The American Cranberry makes no special demands on the soil.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Viburnum americanum, Viburnum opulus var. americanum, Viburnum opulus var. trilobum.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornament * strongly scented flowers * attractive red, dark red autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the American Cranberry are medium green, 3-lobed. American Cranberry turns bright red to dark red in autumn.

Spread
North America to Asia.

Frost hardiness
The American Cranberry has good frost hardiness.

Growth
American Cranberry is an upright-growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 3 metres.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time. - Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The white flowers appear from June to August. They grow to about 8 - 10 cm and are strongly scented.

Fruit
The red fruits of Viburnum trilobum are particularly decorative.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, bird food plant