Images Depict Mature Plants
Arrowwood Viburnum
Viburnum 'Dentatum'
Arrowwood Viburnum is one of those shrubs that gives you a lot of flexibility in the landscape. I like it because it can work as a privacy hedge, a wildlife shrub, or a naturalized border plant without ever feeling out of place. Then on top of that, you get white spring blooms, blue-black berries for birds, and excellent fall color. For homeowners looking for a native screening shrub with real four-season value, this is a really dependable choice.
15% OFF WITH CODE PLANTING15
Save 15% Off Your Entire Order! Limited time.
📦 Free shipping on orders over $99.
Delay shipping by leaving us a message at Checkout.
Share:
A Native Viburnum With White Blooms, Blue-Black Berries, And Strong Privacy Value
A Dense Native Shrub That Works Beautifully For Privacy And Screening
Arrowwood Viburnum is one of those shrubs that can solve practical landscape needs while still bringing real seasonal beauty. Its upright, densely branched habit makes it especially useful for privacy plantings, informal hedges, and naturalized borders where homeowners want coverage without the hard, rigid feel of many screening plants. It creates a strong visual barrier over time, but still feels soft and natural in the garden.
Because it is a North American native shrub, it also fits beautifully into wildlife-friendly and native-style landscapes. It looks just as appropriate in a mixed border as along a property line or a woodland edge. For homeowners looking for a native privacy shrub that feels adaptable, tough, and attractive, Arrowwood Viburnum is a very strong choice.
Creamy White Spring Blooms Add Seasonal Beauty And Pollinator Value
In spring, Arrowwood Viburnum produces clusters of creamy white flowers that brighten the shrub and add a fresh seasonal moment to the landscape. The blooms are attractive without feeling too formal, which makes them easy to work into both naturalistic and more polished garden styles. They also help attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, which adds another layer of value beyond appearance.
This flower display makes Arrowwood more than just a foliage or screening shrub. It gives the plant a true ornamental season in spring before the berries and fall foliage take over later in the year. For gardeners who want a native flowering shrub that supports biodiversity while still looking refined, this plant delivers.
Blue-Black Berries And Fall Color Keep The Shrub Interesting
After flowering, Arrowwood Viburnum produces blue-black berries in late summer and fall when another compatible viburnum is nearby for cross-pollination. These berries provide a strong contrast against the glossy green foliage and serve as an important food source for birds and wildlife. That fruit display is one of the features that makes this shrub especially valuable in bird-friendly and habitat-minded landscapes.
In fall, the leaves turn vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red, giving the shrub another major season of interest. That progression from spring flowers to late-season berries to colorful fall foliage gives Arrowwood Viburnum real multi-season appeal. It is not just a plant that fills space. It actively contributes to the look and life of the landscape through much of the year.
Adaptable, Deer Resistant, And Easy To Grow
Arrowwood Viburnum is especially useful because it adapts to a wide range of conditions. It grows well in full sun to partial shade and tolerates many soil types, including drier soils and sites with more moisture once it is established. It is also considered deer-resistant, which makes it a practical option in areas where browsing pressure limits plant choices.
That adaptability makes it easy to use in privacy screens, native gardens, mixed borders, and larger foundation-style landscapes. With steady moisture during establishment, light spring feeding, and pruning after bloom, it settles in as a dependable and low-maintenance long-term shrub. For homeowners looking for a native viburnum with screening value, wildlife support, and strong seasonal interest, Arrowwood Viburnum is an excellent choice.
| Hardiness Zone: | 3-8 |
|---|---|
| Mature Height: | 6 to 10 feet |
| Mature Width: | 6 to 8 feet |
| Sunlight: | Full sun to partial shade |
| Bloom Time / Color | Spring; creamy white flower clusters |
| Soil Condition: | Any well drained soil |
| Water Requirements: | Water well until established |
| Wildlife Value | Attracts pollinators and provides berries for birds |
| Resistance (deer/disease/drought/etc.) | Deer resistant and drought tolerant once established |
| Landscape Uses | Privacy screen, hedge, mixed border, naturalized border, pollinator planting, wildlife garden |
How to Care for Arrowwood Viburnum
Be sure to read our planting instructions to ensure a healthy and happy Arrowwood Viburnum for years to come!
How should I plant Arrowwood Viburnum?
Plant Arrowwood Viburnum in a location with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Dig a hole twice as wide and as deep as the root ball, set the shrub so the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil, then backfill and water thoroughly to settle the roots. If you are planting a hedge or privacy screen, space plants about 6 to 10 feet apart, depending on how quickly you want them to fill in. Add mulch around the base to help retain moisture, reduce weeds, and moderate soil temperature during establishment.
How often should I water Arrowwood Viburnum after planting?
Keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season to help Arrowwood Viburnum establish a strong root system. Deep watering once or twice a week is usually a good starting point, especially during hot or dry weather, with adjustments based on rainfall and soil type. Once established, the shrub becomes more drought-tolerant and usually needs less frequent supplemental water. During extended dry periods, deep watering will help maintain healthy growth, strong flowering, and better fruit production.
When should I fertilize Arrowwood Viburnum?
Fertilize Arrowwood Viburnum in early spring just as new growth begins. A balanced slow-release fertilizer works well and is usually enough to support healthy foliage, strong roots, and good flower production. One yearly feeding is generally sufficient. Compost or well-rotted manure can also be used as an organic top dressing if you prefer a gentler soil-building approach.
When and how should I prune Arrowwood Viburnum?
Prune Arrowwood Viburnum immediately after it finishes blooming in late spring or early summer. Since it flowers on old wood, pruning after flowering helps preserve next year’s bloom while allowing you to remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches. Light shaping is usually all that is needed. If the shrub becomes too dense, selectively thinning older interior branches can improve airflow and light penetration without ruining the natural form.
