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Viburnum opulus Compactum

Viburnum opulus Compactum
Guelder Rose, Cramp Bark, European Cranberry Bush, Snowball Tree, Water Elder

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This is a shrub with a compact and bushy habit, dark green deciduous foliage that turns red in autumn, and abundant, fragrant cream-white flowers that bloom from May to June. Hardy and easy to cultivate.
Flower size
8 cm
Height at maturity
2 m
Spread at maturity
1.50 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -34°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March to May, September to October
Recommended planting time February to May, September to November
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Description

The Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' is a variety of guelder rose slightly more compact than the species from which it originates, making it easier to incorporate in small gardens, informal hedges or even as a decorative element in flower beds. The deciduous foliage is dark green and turns red in autumn, the cream-white flowers bloom from May to June and then give way to beautiful red berries sought after by birds.

 



Native to western Asia and western Europe, the Viburnum opulus is a bushy shrub which is very easy to grow and belongs to the adoxaceae family. The 'Compactum' variety is distinguished by its compact habit, forming a bush 1.5 (5 ft) to 2m (7 ft) in height and 1 to 1.5m (3ft - 5 in) in width. Its abundant flowers, which bloom from May to June, form beautiful flat corymbs, 8cm (3.1in) in diameter. A cream-white row of larger sterile flowers attracts pollinating insects to a core of smaller fertile flowers. This very generous flowering is followed by fruiting from September to October. The berries are spherical and measure 5mm (0.2in) in diameter, their bright red colour gives them undeniable decorative interest. They remain on the bush for a good part of the winter and guarantee visits from birds. The leaves, with 3 to 5 lobes, measure up to 10cm (3.9in) in length. The bark of this shrub is yellowish-grey.



Hardy down to -20°C (-4°F), Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' thrives in sunny or semi-shaded locations. It can be used as a standalone plant to attract attention in small gardens, as hedges or in flower beds in larger gardens. It is highly appreciated for its dual appeal, beautiful spring flowering and autumn colour. It is not very demanding and can thrive in relatively deep and moist soil. In a rustic atmosphere, create an informal hedge with an Acer campestre, shrubby honeysuckles, European spindle trees, and one or two botanical or old-fashioned roses.

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Viburnum opulus Compactum (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 2 m
Spread at maturity 1.50 m
Habit Irregular, bushy
Growth rate fast

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time May to June
Inflorescence Corymb
Flower size 8 cm
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms
Fruit colour red

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour green
Foliage description Decorative in autumn.

Botanical data

Genus

Viburnum

Species

opulus

Cultivar

Compactum

Family

Adoxaceae

Other common names

Guelder Rose, Cramp Bark, European Cranberry Bush, Snowball Tree, Water Elder

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference7818542

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Planting and care

Hardy down to -20°C (-4°F), the Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' thrives in sunny or semi-shaded locations. Plant it in a moist and deep soil from March to June and from September to November.

Planting period

Best planting time March to May, September to October
Recommended planting time February to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Free-standing, Hedge
Hardiness Hardy down to -34°C (USDA zone 4) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Humic and not too suffocating.

Care

Pruning instructions Prune it after flowering, for a rounded habit.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time June to July
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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