{"product_id":"red-balloon-viburnum","title":"Red Balloon® Viburnum – White Flowers \u0026 Red Berries","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRed Balloon® Viburnum: Spring Flowers \u0026amp; Brilliant Red Berries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Balloon® Viburnum\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eViburnum × rhytidophylloides\u003c\/em\u003e) brings multi-season interest to mixed borders, screening plantings, and larger foundation beds. Lacy white flower clusters appear in spring, followed by green fruit that turns brilliant red in late summer. Thick, leathery foliage adds a bold texture through the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture white blooms brightening the back of your border, then clusters of red fruit providing a fresh focal point as summer winds down. Give this broad shrub room to grow and it can become a substantial part of your landscape rather than a small accent squeezed beside a doorway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Red Balloon®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large white clusters provide a showy seasonal display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLate-summer fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green fruit develops red color; berry abundance depends on pollination and growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, leathery leaves contrast with finer-textured plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScreening potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its mature size suits grouped plantings and substantial mixed borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows in sun or part sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Described as deer resistant by the breeder, not deer-proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Zones \u0026amp; Mature Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e4–8\u003c\/strong\u003e, following Proven Winners' cultivar-specific guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 feet tall and wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on conditions and care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow room for the full spread near paths, buildings, and neighboring plants. This is not a dwarf shrub or a promise of year-round privacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePollination \u0026amp; Berry Expectations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Balloon® can develop some fruit without another variety nearby. For a heavier berry display, Proven Winners recommends planting near \u003cstrong\u003e‘Mohican’ or ‘Alleghany’ viburnum\u003c\/strong\u003e. A compatible variety flowering at the same time is more useful for this purpose than another identical Red Balloon® plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit quantity and timing vary with plant maturity, bloom overlap, weather, and care. Do not expect an equally heavy display every year or berries on a newly delivered plant. The berries are ornamental and are not sold as an edible crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight, Soil \u0026amp; Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part sun to full sun, approximately 4 or more hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil is preferred. Avoid persistently waterlogged sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide average moisture and monitor regularly during establishment. Adjust watering to rainfall, soil conditions, and heat rather than a fixed schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Nursery Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003e1 Gallon or 3 Gallon\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nursery-size labels describe the offered container sizes, not mature dimensions or guaranteed delivery heights. Flower and fruit presence at delivery depends on season and plant development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePruning \u0026amp; Container Planning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Balloon® flowers on \u003cstrong\u003eold wood\u003c\/strong\u003e. If shaping is needed, prune after spring flowering rather than before it, and remember that removing flowering stems can reduce the fruit display. Place it where its natural size fits to limit repeated pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA young plant may be displayed in a large container, but its substantial mature size makes an in-ground landscape site the simpler long-term choice. Containers require drainage, closer moisture monitoring, room for root growth, and winter root protection in colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Red Balloon® Viburnum for spring bloom, late-summer berry color, and bold structure in a garden with room for a full-sized shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Live Good Logistics","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":52924744532248,"sku":"FLS-VIB-RED-NA-1G","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":52924744565016,"sku":"FLS-VIB-RED-NA-3G","price":139.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1110\/4944\/files\/ChatGPTImageJul13_2026at05_04_26PM.jpg?v=1792247613","url":"https:\/\/www.hendersongardensupply.com\/products\/red-balloon-viburnum","provider":"Henderson Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}