Blackhaw Tree Facts - Learn About Growing A Blackhaw Viburnum

Blackhaw tree facts suggest that this “tree” grows naturally as a large shrub, since Blackhaw viburnum trees (Viburnum prunifolium) don't generally grow taller than 15 feet high. The plants, though small, offer a nice mix of blossoms, berries and fall foliage display. Slow-growing Blackhaw can spread to some 12 feet.

Is blackhaw edible?

Viburnum Blackhaw (Viburnum prunifolium), another unique edible plant, is a native as an understory shrub in the Eastern and Midwestern United States. ... In the north it is a shrub, but in the south it can be grown into a small tree. It blooms with white flowers in the spring and has pinkish to black fruit in the fall.

How big do viburnum trees get?

Typically doublefile viburnum grows 10 to 12 feet tall and 12 to 15 feet wide. It needs lots of room in the landscape. Some gardeners, though, remove the lower branches to create a doublefile viburnum tree.

Is blackhaw viburnum deer resistant?

Realizing that no plant is deer proof, plants in the Rarely Damaged, and Seldom Severely Damaged categories would be best for landscapes prone to deer damage.
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Common Name	Blackhaw Viburnum
Latin Name	Viburnum prunifolium
Type	Shrubs
Rating	B

What is a viburnum tree?

Viburnums are a group of large-flowering shrubs, with some varieties reaching up to 20 feet. There are both evergreen and deciduous viburnum shrubs. Many have either white or pink blooms in early spring. Also commonly referred to as cranberry bush, viburnums are often used as ornamental fixtures in the home landscape.

What is Viburnum used for?

As a folk remedy, black haw has been used to treat menstrual pain, and morning sickness. Due to its antispasmodic properties, the plant may also be of use in treating cramps of the digestive tract or the bile ducts. Black haw's primary use was to prevent miscarriages.

What looks good with viburnum?

Choose companion plants with contrasting foliage, such as evergreen ferns. (Or, for a winter garden, pair with other early bloomers like crocuses and pansies.) Because viburnum doesn't self-pollinate regularly, plant several viburnum shrubs near each other.

Is Viburnum poisonous to dogs?

The ASPCA's Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List – Dogs under "Plants Non-Toxic to Dogs" lists blackhaw or sweet viburnum (Viburnum lentago) as being safe, no viburnum species are listed under "Plants Toxic to Dogs".

Do viburnum lose their leaves in the winter?

As for viburnum, there are more than 150 varieties. Some are deciduous, meaning they lose their leaves during winter, while others are evergreen and retain their leaves year-round. All viburnums should be planted in well-draining, slightly acidic soil with lots of organic matter.

What evergreen trees are deer resistant?

Which evergreen shrubs for privacy are deer resistant?

Common boxwood (Buxus sempervirens)
Japanese pieris (Pieris japonica)
Mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia)
Eastern red cedar (Juniperus virginiana)
Chinese juniper (Juniperus chinensis)
Inkberry (Ilex glabra)

Are rhododendrons deer resistant?

Three reliable, shade tolerant, flowering shrubs that I have observed here are PJM Rhododendron, Rhododendron 'PJM', Japanese Andromeda, Pieres japonica, and Leucothos, Leucothoe axillaris. The common hybrid rhododendron seems to be a favorite food of deer.

What flowering trees are deer resistant?

Flowering

Downy Serviceberry. This tree is an all-season beauty. ...
Saucer Magnolia. The saucer magnolia is a landscape show-stopper. ...
Fragrant Lilac. ...
Japanese Flowering Cherry. ...
Kousa Dogwood. ...
Douglasfir. ...
Norway Spruce. ...
Scots Pine.

Is Viburnum poisonous?

Viburnum toxicity. ... This shrub is not listed as toxic on the ASPCA's poisonous plant list, and are only mildly toxic to humans.

Which is the best viburnum?

We've picked eight of our favourite viburnums to grow, below.

Viburnum davidii.
Viburnum opulus.
Viburnum x bodnantense.
Viburnum fordiae.
Viburnum macrocephalum.
Viburnum tinus.
Viburnum plicatum.
Viburnum sargentii.

How do you shape viburnum?

To shape a viburnum, prune it lightly immediately after flowering. Remove the flower heads and cut back any branches that spoil the shape of the shrub to a pair of newly-sprouted leaves. Remember that removing the flower heads will preclude the formation of fruit, which can be very attractive in many viburnums.

Do birds eat viburnum berries?

Viburnums are the stalwart of any good shrub border and not surprisingly they are also equally important plants for creating good bird habitat. Viburnums provide everything from canopy that shelters the nests of smaller songbirds to a plethora of colored berries that birds love to feast upon.

Should I prune viburnum?

Do not prune deciduous viburnums during the first few years after planting. ... Neglected plants can be renovated by cutting all stems to near ground level, or if this is too drastic for you, remove one-in-three of the oldest stems each year for three years until the whole shrub has been rejuvenated.

How tall do viburnum grow?

Viburnum can grow to be 20 feet tall!

What is the best fertilizer for viburnum?

Blood meal is a smart choice to apply in late winter or spring, as it breaks down rapidly to sweeten the soil for flowering. Later, alfalfa meal, compost, rotted manures and fish emulsion are all safe choices for fertilizing viburnums.

Can viburnum take full sun?

Viburnums that excel from season to season

Semi-evergreen means that the shrub holds some or all of its leaves in a mild winter. Unless noted, viburnums grow well in moist, well-drained soil in full sun, but will also tolerate partial shade.

Does viburnum bloom all summer?

The Doublefile Viburnum, V. plicatum, is the showiest of the clan, lining its long, spreading branches with pure white blooms in June. 'Summer Snowflake' puts on the same display but doesn't know when to quit. It blooms continuously all summer and into fall, a feat few hardy shrubs can match.