Viburnum dentatum (Arrow-wood viburnum, Southern Arrow-wood)

Viburnum dentatum (Arrow-wood viburnum, Southern Arrow-wood) is a deciduous shrub native to eastern and central North America. Arrow-wood viburnum is a medium to large-sized shrub that typically grows between 6 and 10 feet (1.8 to 3 meters) in height. It has an upright, rounded form with multiple stems arising from the base. The leaves are opposite, simple, and elliptical in shape, measuring around 2 to 4 inches (5 to 10 centimeters) long. They are dark green in summer and may turn shades of yellow, orange, or red in the fall. Flowers: The shrub produces clusters of small, creamy white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The flowers are typically arranged in flat-topped clusters, known as cymes. They attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and other insects. Fruit: One of the notable features of Viburnum dentatum is its fruit. After the flowers fade, the shrub develops berry-like fruits that are initially green but turn shades of blue-black as they