Size: 18-24”
Blackhaw Viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium)
Blackhaw Viburnum is a large Michigan-native shrub known for its beautiful white clustered flowers in spring, followed by black berries and vibrant red-purple foliage in fall. The fruit is consumed by songbirds, gamebirds, and mammals and may be made into preserves. With its adaptability and striking seasonal interest, it works well in naturalized settings, as a hedge, or as a specimen plant. Blackhaw does well in urban conditions and can be pruned to a tree form.
Requirements:
Light: Full sun to partial shade (at least ~½ day of sunlight)
Soil: Moist, well-drained; drought‐tolerant once established
Key Features:
Bloom Period: Spring
Mature Size: Large shrub (over 8 ft) or compact tree (10–15 ft)
Wildlife Value: Fruit is a food source for birds and wildlife during fall and winter
Notable Traits: Durable, low-maintenance, pest and disease free, good urban tolerance
Plant Care:
Allow plenty of space for mature growth. Since it flowers on old wood, prune after flowering. Adaptable to a wide range of sites, including wet or dry and sun or shade.
*A mature height of less than 15 feet is recommended for trees planted near power lines. Tall growing trees should be planted a minimum of 20 feet away from power lines, and 50 feet away to avoid future pruning.
*This plant will be packaged as "bare root". Bare root plants have no soil around their roots. Bare root trees, shrubs, and perennials must be planted as soon as possible before growth begins. Find care and planting instructions here: https://www.arborday.org/trees/planting/bare-root.cfm
Item only available in bundles
Available through the Spring Tree Sale. Pick up from Kardel Hall, Eaton Co. Fairgrounds
Friday, April 10, 2026 9AM to 6PM
Saturday, April 11, 2026 9AM to 11AM
Size: 18-24”
Blackhaw Viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium)
Blackhaw Viburnum is a large Michigan-native shrub known for its beautiful white clustered flowers in spring, followed by black berries and vibrant red-purple foliage in fall. The fruit is consumed by songbirds, gamebirds, and mammals and may be made into preserves. With its adaptability and striking seasonal interest, it works well in naturalized settings, as a hedge, or as a specimen plant. Blackhaw does well in urban conditions and can be pruned to a tree form.
Requirements:
Light: Full sun to partial shade (at least ~½ day of sunlight)
Soil: Moist, well-drained; drought‐tolerant once established
Key Features:
Bloom Period: Spring
Mature Size: Large shrub (over 8 ft) or compact tree (10–15 ft)
Wildlife Value: Fruit is a food source for birds and wildlife during fall and winter
Notable Traits: Durable, low-maintenance, pest and disease free, good urban tolerance
Plant Care:
Allow plenty of space for mature growth. Since it flowers on old wood, prune after flowering. Adaptable to a wide range of sites, including wet or dry and sun or shade.
*A mature height of less than 15 feet is recommended for trees planted near power lines. Tall growing trees should be planted a minimum of 20 feet away from power lines, and 50 feet away to avoid future pruning.
*This plant will be packaged as "bare root". Bare root plants have no soil around their roots. Bare root trees, shrubs, and perennials must be planted as soon as possible before growth begins. Find care and planting instructions here: https://www.arborday.org/trees/planting/bare-root.cfm
Item only available in bundles
Available through the Spring Tree Sale. Pick up from Kardel Hall, Eaton Co. Fairgrounds
Friday, April 10, 2026 9AM to 6PM
Saturday, April 11, 2026 9AM to 11AM
