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Maintain consistent moisture in the soil. Water deeply when the top few centimeters feel dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Also known as Arrow-Wood · Cranberry Bush Viburnum · Dockmackie
Viburnum acerifolium, or Mapleleaf Viburnum, is a deciduous shrub native to eastern North America, featuring maple-like leaves and late spring to early summer flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers partial to full shade.
30% intensity
Avoid harsh afternoon sun.
Moderate, consistent moisture is best.
60% intensity
Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soils rich in organic matter.
50% intensity
Thrives in temperate climates.
70% intensity
Tolerates a range of temperatures.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
40% intensity
Compost is also beneficial.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Maintain consistent moisture in the soil. Water deeply when the top few centimeters feel dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Prune lightly after flowering to shape the plant or remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Avoid heavy pruning, which can reduce flowering.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in fall or through semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Division of established clumps is also effective.
Not typically a container plant, but if grown in a pot, repot every 2-3 years in spring to refresh the soil and provide more space as needed.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Mapleleaf Viburnum (Viburnum acerifolium)
Where Mapleleaf Viburnum (Viburnum acerifolium) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Dipsacales |
| Family | Viburnaceae |
| Genus | Viburnum |
| Species | Viburnum acerifolium |
Similar in genus Viburnum
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