Nannyberry Viburnum

$149.25

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Size:: 14" AGFB - 4-5'

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Viburnum lentago

Choose Nannyberry Viburnum for a native privacy screen or wildlife border where it has room to grow; the tradeoff is a looser, more natural shape than a clipped hedge.

Buy This If

You want native shrub structure.
Bird habitat matters to you.
You have room for a broad screen.

Skip This If

You need a narrow evergreen wall.
You want a clipped formal hedge.
You have limited planting depth.

PGNE Report Card

Category	Grade	Why
Landscape Impact	A-	It gives spring flowers, clean summer foliage, fall color, and bird-friendly fruit without looking overly ornamental.
Growth Rate	B+	It fills in at a useful pace, though it is not an instant screen the first season.
Maintenance	B	It needs occasional thinning or shaping if you want it kept orderly near lawns, walks, or driveways.
Deer Resistance	B+	It is a good candidate where browsing is a concern, but no shrub should be treated as immune.
Small Space Fit	D	This is a large, spreading shrub that quickly feels crowded in compact beds.
Screening Value	B+	It makes a strong seasonal screen, but it drops leaves in winter and will not block like an evergreen.

Compare It To

Arrowwood

Choose Nannyberry Viburnum for a taller, more tree-like native screen; choose Arrowwood when you want a denser shrub mass with a lower, broader feel.

Blue Muffin® Viburnum

Choose Nannyberry Viburnum for a larger naturalized border; choose Blue Muffin® Viburnum for smaller beds where you still want flowers and berries.

Koreanspice Viburnum

Choose Nannyberry Viburnum for screening and wildlife value; choose Koreanspice Viburnum if fragrance near a patio or entry is the main goal.

Our Experience

At PGNE, we’d typically recommend Nannyberry for property lines, meadow edges, and mixed native screens where a natural shape is welcome. Give it space early, and avoid forcing it into a tight foundation role.

Plant Facts

Mature Height	15 ft
Mature Width	10 ft
Hardiness Zones	2a-8a
Spacing	5 ft
Sun	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Dry to average
Growth Habit	Upright, rounded, multi-stem

Customers Usually Ask

Will it make berries?

Yes, it can produce blue-black fruit that birds use, especially when pollination conditions are good.

Can I keep it small?

Not easily; pruning can manage shape, but this plant wants to become a large shrub.

Is it good for privacy?

Yes for seasonal privacy, especially in a mixed border, but it is not an evergreen winter screen.

Why Choose Shrubs for a Stronger Landscape?

Structure & Definition: Shrubs frame homes, define walkways, and create organized planting beds.
Privacy & Screening: Many varieties grow dense and full, making them ideal for natural hedges and property boundaries.
Seasonal Color & Texture: From evergreen foliage to flowering varieties, shrubs provide visual interest in every season.

Shrubs Grown to Perform in New England

At Pro Growers of New England, our shrubs are grown and maintained locally to perform in true New England conditions. From flowering varieties to evergreen foundation plants, each shrub is properly spaced, pruned, and cared for to develop strong root systems and balanced structure before it ever reaches your landscape.

Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.

Pro Growers of New England, Inc

SKU:PGNE-31147

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Nannyberry Viburnum