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Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum

Viburnum dentatum 'Ralph Senior'

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At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

120 inches

Width

144 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Medium

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

Long

Native To

Eastern North America

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Viburnum dentatum, or Arrowwood Viburnum, is a multi-stemmed, upright, deciduous shrub native to eastern North America. It is known for its creamy-white flower clusters, blue-black fruit, and reliable fall color. 'Ralph Senior', sold as Autumn Jazz®, is a Chicagoland Grows® introduction selected for its distinctive vase-shaped habit and outstanding fall color, a mix of yellow, orange, red, and burgundy.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Autumn Jazz® provides a fantastic four-season show with spring flowers, glossy summer foliage, a symphony of fall colors, and persistent blue-black berries.

Its dense, upright habit makes it an ideal choice for creating living privacy screens, hedges, or windbreaks. It's also excellent for stabilizing banks.

It's an ecological powerhouse. The flowers support native bees and other pollinators, while the fruit is a high-fat food source for many bird species, including cedar waxwings and bluebirds.

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a site in sun or shade with average soil.
Dig a hole as deep and twice as wide as the container.
Remove the shrub from its pot and gently loosen the roots.
Place in the hole, ensuring the crown is at soil level.
Backfill the hole and water deeply to settle the soil.
Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Pro Tip

Plant more than one Viburnum dentatum cultivar (e.g., with 'Chicago Lustre') to ensure cross-pollination for heavy fruit set.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Prune immediately after flowering to shape and control size.
Water during extended dry periods, though it is drought tolerant.
Plant in groups for best fruit production.
Allow it to form a natural thicket if space permits.

Don't

Don't prune in late summer or fall, as this removes flower buds.
Avoid planting in perpetually waterlogged soil.
Don't worry about perfect soil; it's highly adaptable.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Mulch
Pest Check
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Excellent for hedging and privacy screensNaturalistic plantings and woodland bordersWildlife-attracting shrub for bird gardens

Companion Plants

Panicum virgatum Echinacea purpurea Amelanchier canadensis Ilex verticillata Rudbeckia fulgida

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Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum questions

What zones can Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum grow in?

Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum is hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum deer resistant?

Yes — Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum bloom?

Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum typically blooms in late spring through early summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum need full sun?

Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Autumn Jazz Arrowwood Viburnum handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.