Viburnum nudum 'Brandywine'
Viburnum nudum 'Brandywine' is a standout native shrub prized for its glossy deep green foliage, creamy white spring flowers, and exceptional fall display of pink and blue berries that often appear together on the same cluster. Its strong seasonal interest and upright habit make it a valuable addition to both naturalized and designed landscapes.
Height & Spread: 5 - 6 ft x 4 - 5 ft
Bloom Time: Late spring
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil Preference: Moist acidic well drained soil
Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
Deer Resistance: Moderately deer resistant
Native Status
This species is native to the eastern United States and supports a wide range of native wildlife. 'Brandywine' is a cultivated selection chosen for improved fruit color and ornamental performance while retaining its ecological value.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Birds
- Produces abundant berries that attract songbirds including robins, cedar waxwings, and bluebirds in late summer and fall.
Butterflies
- Supports spring pollinators including butterflies that visit the flat flower clusters for nectar.
Bees
- Attracts native bees and other pollinators which forage across the broad flower heads during bloom.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 4 - 5 ft apart to allow shrubs to develop a full rounded form.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for borders, foundation plantings, and naturalized areas where its seasonal interest and wildlife value can be fully appreciated.
Companion Plants
- Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird' (Summersweet) - Provides fragrant summer blooms and thrives in similar moist conditions.
- Itea virginica 'Little Henry' (Virginia Sweetspire) - Offers strong fall color and a compact habit that pairs well in layered plantings.
- Aronia arbutifolia 'Brilliantissima' (Red Chokeberry) - Adds bright red berries and vibrant fall foliage for seasonal contrast.
- Panicum virgatum 'Northwind' (Switchgrass) - Brings upright structure and movement that complements the shrub form.
- Carex pensylvanica (Pennsylvania Sedge) - Creates a soft ground layer beneath shrubs in part shade settings.