Linden viburnum is a deciduous shrub with an upright, rounded habit growing about 8 to 10 feet tall and 6 to 10 feet wide. Leaves are more oval than in some viburnum, with a dark lustrous green color. Fall color is russet red to burgundy. White flowers appear in clusters in May to June, and are followed by berries that ripen to bright red in September and October, and frequently persist into December. Use in shrub or foundation borders, mass plantings, screens and hedges. Many cultivars are grown, selected for fall color or fruiting character.
Grow in well drained, loamy soil in full sun to part shade; best growth occurs when soils are fertile and loamy. Chlorosis may be an issue in alkaline soils (having organic matter in the soil will help with this issue). Prune selectively to control size, if that is an issue (see Guides).