Viburnum trilobum

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 90 days +, cold stratify for 60 days +

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Alberta, British Columbia, Connecticut, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Manitoba, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Nova Scotia, Ohio, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Québec, Rhode Island, Saskatchewan, South Dakota, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

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Viburnum trilobumViburnum trilobum

American Highbush Cranberry

In Stock: 7.96 lb (Total:7.96lb)

Viburnum trilobum

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7.96 lb NY

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

10,989

Quantity:

7.96 lb

Collected in:

New York
Saranac Lake

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837519

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 90 days +, cold stratify for 60 days +

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native

Introduced

Discover the allure of Viburnum trilobum, also known as American Highbush Cranberry, a captivating native shrub that offers year-round beauty and ecological benefits. This adaptable, hardy plant thrives in USDA Zones 3-7, growing up to 12 feet tall with a spread of 8-10 feet, making it ideal for landscapes and natural hedges. In spring, it bursts into clusters of white, lace-cap hydrangea-like blooms that attract pollinators, including the Hummingbird Clearwing moth. As summer unfolds, dense foliage provides vital habitat for wildlife, while autumn introduces a spectacular display as leaves transition to breathtaking shades of yellow, purple-red, and scarlet. The bright red berries, similar in appearance to commercial cranberries, are not only edible when transformed into preserves but also a vital food source for birds like Cedar Waxwings. With its deer-resistant properties and preference for wet, medium-wet soils in full to partial sun, American Highbush Cranberry proves to be a versatile choice for enhancing biodiversity.