American High-Bush Cranberry (Viburnum trilobum) is a beautiful, hardy North American native shrub valued for its showy white flowers, brilliant red berries, and vibrant autumn color. It grows naturally in woodlands and along stream banks, making it ideal for ornamental and wildlife gardens.
The shrub produces clusters of white flowers in late spring, followed by glossy red berries that persist into winter — a favorite food source for birds. The Non-GMO American High-Bush Cranberry is a low-maintenance, multi-season ornamental that adds beauty and biodiversity to any landscape.
Features
- Showy white spring blossoms and bright red berries
- Non-GMO and native to North America
- Provides year-round ornamental and wildlife value
- Excellent for hedges, screens, and naturalized plantings
- Hardy and adaptable to various soil conditions
- Attracts pollinators, birds, and beneficial insects
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Viburnum trilobum
- Common Name: American High-Bush Cranberry
- Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
- Growth Height: 8–12 feet
- Spread: 8–10 feet
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–7
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained loam or clay; tolerates a range of soils
- Bloom Season: Late spring (May–June)
- Fruit Season: Late summer to winter
- Flower Color: White
- Fruit Color: Bright red
- Foliage: Green, turning red to purple in fall
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Planting Season: Spring or fall
- Sowing Depth: ¼ inch
- Germination Time: 60–120 days (cold stratification for 90–120 days recommended)
- Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
- Maintenance: Prune after flowering to maintain shape
- Wildlife Benefits: Provides nectar, berries, and shelter for birds and pollinators
- Uses: Ornamental hedges, naturalized landscapes, wildlife gardens
Planting Guide
- Cold Stratify: Place seeds in moist medium and refrigerate for 90–120 days.
- Prepare Soil: Use moist, fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost.
- Sow Seeds: Plant ¼ inch deep and water gently.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during germination.
- Light: Full sun for best berry production; partial shade tolerated.
- Spacing: 6–10 feet apart for hedge or natural planting.
- Care: Prune lightly after flowering; mulch to conserve moisture.
