Wayfaring Tree

Wayfaringtree is a large, low water shrub. The stout stems bear large, dark green, textured leaves that are quite fuzzy.

In May, it grows clusters of white flowers, which appear cream-colored because of the many yellow stamens. They have no fragrance. The flowers develop into red fruit, which eventually turn red-black or black.

In fall, the leaves turn a nice purplish-red color. It is a good shrub for large spaces.

Wayfaring Tree

Wayfaringtree is a large, low water shrub. The stout stems bear large, dark green, textured leaves that are quite fuzzy.

In May, it grows clusters of white flowers, which appear cream-colored because of the many yellow stamens. They have no fragrance. The flowers develop into red fruit, which eventually turn red-black or black.

In fall, the leaves turn a nice purplish-red color. It is a good shrub for large spaces.

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Viburnum lantana

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Pronunciation

vy-BUR-num lan-TAN-a

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Mature Height

10 to 15 ft.

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Mature Spread

10 to 15 ft.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

white

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Bloom time

late spring to early summer

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

western Asia, Europe

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Light Requirements

sun to filtered shade

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 3-8

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 8,000 ft.

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