Southern Arrowwood (Viburnum Recognitum) is a perennial shrub in the Adoxaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A deciduous shrub or small shrubby tree typically found in wetter habitats such as stream banks, bottomlands, swamps, and mesic woodlands.

Southern Arrowwood

Southern Arrowwood

Viburnum Recognitum

A deciduous shrub or small shrubby tree typically found in wetter habitats such as stream banks, bottomlands, swamps, and mesic woodlands.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:screen, wildlife habitat, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Southern Arrowwood

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Adoxaceae
Genus:Viburnum
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