Arrowwood Viburnum

About this plant

The Arrowwood Viburnum (Viburnum dentatum) is a landscape workhorse, cherished for its dense, rounded habit and exceptional resilience. In late spring to early summer, it bursts forth with flat-topped clusters of creamy white flowers, providing a delightful contrast against its glossy, dark green foliage. As the seasons progress, these blossoms give way to attractive blue-black berries, a vital food source for local bird populations and a charming aesthetic addition to the autumn landscape. But the true spectacle often arrives in fall, when the leaves ignite in brilliant shades of yellow, orange, and red-purple, making it a standout feature in any garden. 'A Cut Above' recommends the Arrowwood Viburnum for its versatility and low maintenance. It's an excellent choice for hedgerows, screening, bird gardens, or as a vibrant specimen plant.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Easily grown in a wide range of soils. Tolerant of both wet and dry conditions once established. Prune after flowering to maintain shape or remove spent branches. Can be rejuvenatingly pruned by cutting back to the ground if it becomes overgrown.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.