Viburnum nudum 'Winterthur' is a compact multi season shrub grown for its glossy green leaves, fragrant white flowers, and striking berry clusters that shift from pink to blue. Its fall foliage glows with shades of wine and crimson making it a standout in both natural and formal landscapes.
Height & Spread: 5 - 6 ft x 4 - 6 ft
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil Preference: Moist, acidic, well drained soils; tolerates wet sites
Watering Needs: Moderate to high; thrives with consistent moisture
Deer Resistance: Moderately deer resistant
Native Status
This cultivar is derived from Viburnum nudum, a species native to the southeastern and eastern United States.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Birds
- Berry clusters attract thrushes, cedar waxwings, and bluebirds in fall. Plant with a pollinator variety to ensure fruit set.
Bees
- Flowers support native pollinators including bumblebees and small mason bees during early summer bloom.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 4 - 6 ft apart to create a dense mass or informal hedge.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for wet meadows, woodland edges, or foundation borders. Blends well in native garden designs and attracts seasonal interest.
Companion Plants
- Itea virginica (Virginia Sweetspire) - Shares moist soil needs and vibrant fall color.
- Cornus amomum (Silky Dogwood) - Offers berries and wildlife value in wetter soils.
- Carex stricta (Tussock Sedge) - Provides fine textured contrast and wetland adaptation.
- Spiraea tomentosa (Steeplebush) - Adds pink spire blooms and native pollinator support.
- Verbena hastata (Blue Vervain) - Complements with tall purple flowers and attracts butterflies.