Compact, dense, rounded, deciduous shrub. Blooms in spring with showy, globose white flowers followed by very showy, persistent, shiny scarlet berries.Foliage is handsome and dark green with minimal fall color. Easy to grow and very tolerant. Medium growth rate. Attracts birds and butterflies. Botanical Name- Viburnum opulus ‘Compactum’ Pronunciation- vy-BUR-num OP-yoo-lus Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 6 ft Mature Height- 6 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils including wet or dry Current Size- 2 Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Late spring Companion Plants- Geranium sanguineum – compact synergy, pink blooms offset viburnum Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C29 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune right after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood. Needs regular water during dry spells. Feed in spring with compost or balanced fertilizer. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering, removing spent blooms and thinning older canes. Light shaping encourages strong berry production. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. In clay, add organic matter to improve root development and flowering. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Viburnum leaf beetle, aphids
