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About This Plant
A large suckering shrub, Black-haw is sometimes considered a small tree as well. It grows up to 20 feet in height and can spread up to the same width. It produces pretty white clusters of flowers that turn into purplish-black berries, edible to both animals and humans. Black-haw prefers part sun, and though it will grow in deep shade, it most likely will not produce blooms. It is adaptable to many kinds of soil types.
Plant Details
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Benefits
- Wildlife Benefits
Plant Facts
The common name “Black-haw” comes from the plants similarity to hawthorns, although it is in a different family. Hawthorns are sometimes referred to as Redhaws.
Alternate Names
Blackhaw Viburnum, Blackhaw, Plum Leaf Viburnum, Sheepberry
