Viburnum lentago Shade A somewhat more compact version

A somewhat more compact version of horse chestnut with a heavy crown

turning pale yellow or smoky-pink in autumn

Also interesting in autumn when this conifer surprisingly takes on the golden tones of its deciduous neighbours then drops all its needles to reveal a bleak winter silhouette

6-13cm long

Viburnum lentago Shade A somewhat more compact versionNative to Missouri, this upright, decidious species bears non fragrant white flowers in flat topped cymes in spring followed by drupes of eatible black berries which often persist into winter. These are very attractive to wildlife but can also be used for jams and jellies. Glossy, dark green leaves turn greenish yellow to reddish purple in autumn. H7