Maritime Arboretum Seed Wild Raisin

Viburnum nudum

Wild raisin is a deciduous shrub native to eastern North America. It has glossy green leaves, clusters of small white flowers in summer, and berries that change from pink to blue-black as they mature. The wrinkled berries resemble raisins and provide food for wildlife.

Approximate Maximum Height: Up to 3 m
Zone(s): Zone 3-8

Lighting: Prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate shade but generally flowers and fruits better with more sunlight.

Germination: Seeds have complex dormancy and can be slow to germinate. They typically require warm, moist stratification followed by cold, moist stratification. Germination may take more than one growing season.

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, particularly during germination and the first few years after planting. Once established, water during extended dry periods. It naturally does well in moist soils.

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