Mapleleaf Viburnum (Viburnum acerifolium) Mapleleaf Viburnum is a shade-tolerant native shrub with maple-shaped leaves, white spring flowers, and stunning pink-to-purple fall color. It forms loose colonies in woodland settings and provides food and cover for birds and pollinators. A quiet workhorse in native garden design. Key Characteristics Shade-tolerant and adaptable – Thrives under trees or in dappled light, ideal for woodland edges or understory plantings. Beautiful fall color – Leaves turn vivid pink, purple, and burgundy in autumn, adding depth to native plantings. Wildlife support – Flowers support pollinators; berries feed birds like thrushes and cardinals in fall. Colonizing habit for naturalistic design – Forms loose clumps over time, great for soft screening and erosion control on slopes. Host plant for native moths – Supports several species including the green marvel moth. Product Details Native Range: Eastern U.S. Plant Life Cycle: Deciduous shrub Sun Requirements: Part shade to full shade Soil Requirements: Medium to dry, well-drained Mature Height: 4–6 ft Bloom Time: May–June Bloom Color: White USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8 Mapleleaf Viburnum is a quiet but powerful addition to native plant gardens — elegant, ecologically rich, and easy to grow.
