Arrowwood
(Viburnum dentatum)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Shrub
Height: 6 - 15 ft
Spread: 6 - 10 ft
Flower Color: White
Flower Time: Late Spring (May - Jun)
Fruit Type: Drupe (Berry)
Fruit Color: Dark Blue / Black
Autumn Color: Red / Purple / Burgundy
Sun Conditions: Full Sun / Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: Medium
Moisture Preference: Medium
Deer Resistance*: Medium / High
Dog Safe**: Yes
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names: Southern Arrowwood
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Arrowwood is a larval host plant for several species including the Spring Azure butterfly. The flowers are a pollen and nectar source that attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Fruits are eaten by a variety of songbirds and game birds, as well as mammals to a lesser extent. Beavers can feed on the bark and branches or use them in building dams. It also provides cover for wildlife and songbirds can construct nests in the branches.
