While North American native viburnums occur most commonly in the eastern United States, rusty blackhaw viburnum flirts with the edge of the Plains. One of the most drought-tolerant species in the genus, rusty blackhaw viburnum has neither the showiest floral display nor heaviest fruit production. Still, its glossy, dark green, leathery foliage is reason enough to grow it; the rich burgundy tones of its fall foliage are icing on the cake.
Noteworthy CharacteristicsLeathery foliage; good fall color; U.S. native.
CareProvide full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
PropagationTake greenwood cuttings in summer, or start from seed.
ProblemsInfrequent.
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- Genus : Viburnum
- Plant Height : 10 to 15 feet
- Plant Width : 10 to 15 feet
- Zones : 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
- Tolerance : Drought Tolerant
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Fall Interest
- Light : Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Maintenance : Low
- Moisture : Medium Moisture
- Characteristics : Showy Fall Foliage, Showy Fruit
- Plant Type : Shrubs
- Bloom Time : Spring
- Flower Color : White
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