Common Names: Blackhaw

Scientific Name: Viburnum prunifolium

Size: 1 Gallon

Tree Characteristics • Deciduous: Blackhaw is a deciduous shrub or small tree, shedding its leaves in the fall. • Size: 12–15 ft. • Leaves: The leaves are simple, oval, and dark green with finely toothed edges, turning shades of red to purple in fall. • Bloom Color: Creamy white flowers in flat-topped clusters. • Bloom Time: Spring • Growth: 1–2 ft/year • Age: Can live 50+ years.

Growing Conditions • Water Use: Low to Medium • Light Requirement: Full Sun to Part Shade • Soil Moisture: Dry to Moist, well-drained

Ecological Benefits Blackhaw (Viburnum prunifolium) is a native shrub or small tree that provides significant ecological value in Maryland landscapes. Its spring flowers attract pollinators, while its dark blue fruit supports birds and other wildlife.

As a hardy and adaptable species, Blackhaw contributes to habitat diversity, soil stabilization, and overall ecosystem health. It is well-suited for naturalized plantings, hedgerows, and woodland edges.