Blackhaw
(Viburnum prunifolium)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Shrub
Height: 12 - 15 ft
Spread: 6 - 15 ft
Flower Color: White / Cream
Flower Time: Spring (Apr - May)
Fruit Type: Drupe (Berry)
Fruit Color: Dark Blue / Black
Autumn Color: Red / Burgundy / Purple
Sun Conditions: Full Sun / Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: High
Moisture Preference: Low / Medium
Deer Resistance*: Medium
Dog Safe**: Yes
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names:
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Blackhaw flowers are a nectar and pollen source bees and other pollinators. The fruits are eaten by a variety of birds and mammals. It is a larval host plant for 100 species of caterpillars. Mature shrubs offer cover for wildlife.