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Viburnum lentago 'Deep Green'

A selection from Reeseville Ridge Nursery in Wisconsin.  Leaves are larger than the type with a distinct leathery texture and a much deeper green color.  Flowers and fruit of the species.  Fall color is shades of red.  Zone 3



USDA Hardiness Zone:

3


Height:

15-18 Feet

Spread:

10-12 Feet

Viburnum lentago 'Deep Green' Characteristics

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Moderate to Fast

Habit

  • Arching
  • Upright, spreading

Soil Requirements

  • Acid
  • Drought tolerant
  • Moist, well drained

Sun Requirements

  • Full Sun to Part Shade
  • Shade tolerant

Fall Color

  • Red

Flowering Season

  • Mid to late May

Fragrant Flowers

  • No

Fruit

  • Abundant and showy
  • Persistant
  • Green to pink to rose to bluish-black

Native to

  • North America