Arrowwood Viburnum is a versatile native shrub growing 6–10 feet tall, named for the straight, stiff stems used by Indigenous peoples to make arrow shafts. It produces creamy white flower clusters in late spring, followed by clusters of blue-black berries in fall. Native to eastern North America, it adapts well to sun or shade and moist or dry soils. Arrowwood Viburnum is one of the most wildlife-friendly native shrubs available.
Habitat
Found in forest edges, moist woodlands, stream banks, and disturbed areas across eastern North America.
Diet
Berries consumed by over 30 bird species; flowers support specialist spring azure butterflies and many native bees.
How common
Common
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