The Oval Leaf Viburnum is a very versatile native plant! It can grow in a number of conditions and works well planted as a transitional plan between landscape areas. It is also drought and flood resistant so it can do well incorperated on the edge of a rain garden. The attractive fall foliage can be effectively used as a screen. Additionally this plant supports beneficial insects and produces berries that are eaten by a number of bird and small animals.
Oval Leaf Viburnum
Oval Leaf Viburnum - Viburnum ellipticum
Size: Can grow to about 10' tall and wide.
Growing Conditions: Full sun to full shade, dry to moist soils.
Features: Easy to grow, good raingarden plant, Drought tolerant, supports pollinators and benficial insects.
Natural Habitat: Native to parts of Washington, Oregon, and California. Found mainly in dry open woods and lowland thickets.
Companion Plants: Sword fern, Lady fern, Snowberry, Salal, Low Oregon Grape