Viburnum lantana 'Mohican'

Wayfaringtree Viburnum

Tips for Homeowners:

Prune as needed after flowering (leave flowers to allow for berries in the fall).  Another variety, not necessarily the same variety, may be necessary for cross-pollination for an increase in berry production.

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The white flowers in spring are followed by fruit that changes color beginning in July and finally ripens to black in the fall.

  • Thick dark green leaves and white springtime flowers
  • Fruit turns orange-red for more than 4 weeks
  • Compact, rounded habit

A good multipurpose plant for the shrub or perennial border, house foundation planting, or as a hedge. Will grow best in eastern and central Kansas.

Height: 6-8 ft
Spread: 6-8 ft
Zone: 4-8
Color: White

Interesting Notes about Wayfaringtree Viburnum:

A popular choice for its ornamental berries and compact habit, this viburnum also has excellent disease resistance. The fruit changes from green to orange-red and finally black and all colors could appear all at the same time. The fruit lasts into winter providing a treat for both the onlooker and the birds.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Drought Tolerant
  • Specimen
  • Mass Planting
  • Attractive fruit
  • Fall Color
  • Great Foliage
  • Spring Bloomer
  • Low Maintenance
  • Naturalizing

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Red
  • Purple

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Songbirds

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water