Nannyberry

Viburnum lentago

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

This 15-foot tall shrub produces white flowers in the spring and purplish blackberries in the fall. The plants spread by suckers and will form a dense hedge. Individual plants can be pruned to create a more tree-like form. The berries are edible, and are also enjoyed by birds. The flowers are attractive to butterflies.

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Details

Plant Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Conditions

Sun

Wet

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

Facultative Occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Project Uses

Bioswale / Rain Garden / Green Dry Basin

Riparian Restoration

Wetland Restoration

Height (ft)

15-20

Flower Color

White

Fall Showy?

Yes

Flowering Time

May-June

Growth Rate

Moderate