Cardinal Candy® Viburnum (Viburnum dilatatum)
⚠️The information on this page is for reference only. This variety is no longer available from Proven Winners®.
When a -25 degree cold spell killed all the dilatatum seedlings except one, Indiana's Rod Henneke knew he had something special. Cardinal Candy® viburnum has improved hardiness compared to other varieties of linden viburnum, so even northern gardeners can finally enjoy the impressive display of bright red berries in fall. Tons of creamy white flowers cover the plant in spring (May in Michigan). The plant itself has a nice, well-branched habit, and fits nicely into the landscape. Berries are not edible by humans. Though Cardinal Candy viburnum will set fruit without a pollinator, planting near Tandoori Orange® viburnum results in abundant fruit on both.Top three reasons to grow Cardinal Candy® viburnum: -Shiny red berries brighten the autumn landscape -Very deer resistant-Easy to grow - adapts readily and needs no special care
