Viburnum lantanoides (Fr: viorne bois-d'orignal | En: hobblebush)

Description: 

Hobblebush (Viburnum lantanoides), is a common shrub of our deciduous forests. 

It has broad, ovate leaves that are dark green in the summer and turn reddish-purple in the fall. The plant produces large, flat clusters of white flowers in the spring, followed by red berries that are highly attractive to birds and other wildlife in the fall. The hobblebush also has distinctive, peeling bark that adds to its visual interest.

This shrub can be found in a variety of habitats, including moist woods, rocky slopes, and stream banks. It prefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun or full shade in certain conditions. The hobblebush is adaptable to a wide range of soil types, but prefers moist, well-drained soils.

In addition to its ornamental value, Hobblebush  is an important food source for many wildlife species, it is even sometimes known as "moosewood" as it it one of the moose's favourite foods. 

Height: up to 4 meters

Habitat: moist woods, rocky slopes, stream banks

Sun requirements: partial shade

Moisture requirements: moist, well-drained

Soil requirements: adaptable to various soil types