{"product_id":"viorne-de-rafinesque","title":"Downy Arrowwood Viburnum","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDowny Arrowwood Viburnum (\u003ci\u003eViburnum rafinesquianum\u003c\/i\u003e) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Wildlife Shrub for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 3–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Downy Arrowwood Viburnum (\u003ci\u003eViburnum rafinesquianum\u003c\/i\u003e) is a moderate-growing, extremely cold-hardy native shrub ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 3–7). It typically grows 1–2 ft per year (30–60 cm) and reaches 6–10 ft (2–3 m) at maturity. Best for wildlife gardens, natural hedges, and native landscaping, it offers spring white flowers and strong adaptability to well-drained soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Downy Arrowwood Viburnum for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA resilient native shrub valued for biodiversity support and adaptability, making it an excellent choice for ecological landscaping and low-maintenance gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 3 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 3–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Privacy, natural hedges, ornamental planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers and berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Eastern North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage moisture soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, loam, or sandy soils (adaptable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban and rural environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold climates and snow load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree\/Shrub Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e6–10 ft (2–3 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e6–10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e3 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 3–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eWell-drained, adaptable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate (regular first year)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e30+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Downy Arrowwood Viburnum Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Downy Arrowwood Viburnum if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a natural hedge within 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small to medium yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zones 3–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want flowers + berries + wildlife support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a shrub for natural landscaping or screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a very compact or formal shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a plant for deep shade conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting in poorly drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative plant gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMass plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorder plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces flowers for pollinators, berries for birds, and forms dense, natural-looking shrubs ideal for ecological landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Downy Arrowwood Viburnum Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA native shrub that combines ecological value with ornamental appeal throughout the seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e White flower clusters attract pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense foliage provides structure and coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark berries develop and feed wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong branching structure adds subtle interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Downy Arrowwood Viburnum is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 3–7 and tolerates harsh winters, snow load, and freezing temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from extreme exposure if newly planted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4–6 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4–6 ft between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week during the first growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Downy Arrowwood Viburnum grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 1–2 ft per year in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 3 and performs well in Zones 3–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes—cross-pollination improves berry production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, roots are not invasive and are easy to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow—berries may drop in late season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\/Shrubs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 24.0052%;\"\u003eTree\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 16.6522%;\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 27.0362%;\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: left; border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 32.2198%;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 24.0052%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/downy-arrowwood-viburnum\" title=\"Downy Arrowwood Viburnum (Viburnum rafinesquianum)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/downy-arrowwood-viburnum\" title=\"Downy Arrowwood Viburnum (Viburnum rafinesquianum)\"\u003eDowny Arrowwood Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 16.6522%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 27.0362%;\"\u003eNative, wildlife value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 32.2198%;\"\u003eNatural hedges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 24.0052%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/arrowwood\" title=\"Arrowwood (Viburnum dentatum)\"\u003eArrowwood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 16.6522%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 27.0362%;\"\u003eAdaptability + berries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 32.2198%;\"\u003eUrban hedges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 24.0052%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/witherod-viburnum\" title=\"Witherod Viburnum (Viburnum cassinoides)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/witherod-viburnum\" title=\"Witherod Viburnum (Viburnum cassinoides)\"\u003eWitherod Viburnum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 16.6522%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 27.0362%;\"\u003eMulti-coloured fruit display, moisture-tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(221, 221, 221); padding: 8px; width: 32.2198%;\"\u003eWet sites, naturalized plantings, ornamental interest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\"\u003eDeciduous Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-3-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 3 Plants\"\u003eHardiness Zone 3 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/deciduous-shrubs-pruning\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Why, how and when to prune deciduous shrubs in Eastern Canada\"\u003eWhy, How and When to Prune Deciduous Shrubs in Eastern Canada\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/native-plants-landscaping-benefits\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Why Choose Native Plants in Your Landscape Design\"\u003eWhy Choose Native Plants in Your Landscape Design\n\u003ch1 class=\"h2 center article-template__title\" itemprop=\"headline\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (100 ml)","offer_id":47319259545919,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47319259578687,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/Viorne-de-raffinesque-illustration.jpg?v=1769903114","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/downy-arrowwood-viburnum","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}