Nannyberry
Viburnum lentago
Nannyberry is a large native shrub or small tree that makes a fast, informal screen. Creamy-white flower clusters open in late spring, followed by blue-black fruit that hangs into winter for the birds, and glossy leaves that turn purple-red in fall.
- Type
- Native shrub
- Mature height
- 4–6 m
- Mature spread
- 3–4 m
- Growth rate
- Moderate to fast
- Light
- Sun to part shade
- Soil
- Adaptable
What to expect
Nannyberry through the years and seasons
Photos show what this species typically looks like. They are not photos of our own stock.
Best for
- Informal screens and hedgerows
- Mixed plantings with cedar
- Food and cover for birds
- Tough sites in sun or part shade
Growing tips
- Plant about 1.5–2 m apart for a screen.
- Suckers to form a thicket — trim the edges if you want a tidy shape.
- Very cold-hardy and adaptable to most soils.
Sizes: Typically offered potted. Ask for current sizes and quantities. We also offer delivery and professional planting.