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Compact European Cranberrybush Viburnum

Four-season interest: Spring blooms, summer foliage, fall color, and winter berries
Space-saving size: Perfect for smaller yards or tighter landscape designs
Wildlife attraction: Bright red berries draw birds and pollinators
Cold-hardy performance: Reliable in northern climates with harsh winters
Low maintenance: Easy-care shrub suitable for a range of gardeners

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Compact European Cranberrybush Viburnum

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Compact European Cranberrybush Viburnum

A tidy, compact selection of the classic European cranberrybush, this viburnum delivers showy spring blooms, vibrant red berries, and rich fall color in a smaller, landscape-friendly form. Ideal for hedges, borders, or focal plantings, it brings multi-season interest without overwhelming your space.

General Information:

Botanical Name: Viburnum opulus ‘Compactum’
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
Mature Height: 4–6 feet
Mature Spread: 4–6 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Flowering and Flower Color: Late spring; clusters of creamy white, lacecap-style flowers

Geographic Guidance:

Performs well across the Northeast, Midwest, and Upper South, and adapts to cooler climates within its hardiness range. It thrives especially in regions that experience cold winters and moderate summers.

Why Choose This Plant?

Add this compact viburnum to your landscape for year-round visual appeal and versatility.

Four-season interest: Spring blooms, summer foliage, fall color, and winter berries
Space-saving size: Perfect for smaller yards or tighter landscape designs
Wildlife attraction: Bright red berries draw birds and pollinators
Cold-hardy performance: Reliable in northern climates with harsh winters
Low maintenance: Easy-care shrub suitable for a range of gardeners

Complete Care & Growing Guide

Light Requirements:
Thrives in full sun for optimal flowering and berry production but tolerates partial shade.

Soil:
Prefers moist, well-drained soil but adapts to a variety of soil types, including clay and loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Watering:
Maintain consistent moisture, especially during the first growing season. Once established, it has moderate drought tolerance but benefits from occasional deep watering.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: This is a large landscape tree and as such, requires a bit of planning before planting. First, measure the area where you would like to plant your hedge or row. You will need the length of the area of planting to estimate the number of trees you need.

When planting, dig a hole for each tree that is three times as wide as the root ball but just as deep. Place the tree, fill in around the tree with the same soil you took out when initially digging the hole. Finally, tamp down as you fill to cut back on any air pockets from forming, water the tree, then mulch to conserve moisture.

2. Watering: For the first two weeks, water your new tree every other day by holding a hose around it and counting to 20. If you don’t have a hose, 2 large watering cans full of water will do (smaller trees may only need a light soaking so a single can may suffice).

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FAQs

Does this plant produce edible fruit?

Yes, the berries are technically edible but are very tart and more commonly appreciated by wildlife than humans.
How compact is it compared to the standard variety?

‘Compactum’ stays significantly smaller and more rounded, making it ideal for limited spaces.
Do I need multiple plants for pollination?

No, it will produce flowers and fruit without another plant nearby.

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Mature Height	Large: Up to 6 ft
Mature Spread	0-5 ft
Growth Rate	Moderate
Botanical Name	Viburnum opulus 'Compactum'
Bloom Time	Early Spring
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Adoxaceae
Flower Color	White
Hardiness Zones	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#3 Container

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