Most of the others have a flat cluster of both sterile and fertile florets such as V. plicatum 'Tomentosum,' V. dilatatum , etc. In the fall there is a second season of ornamental value. Of the red fruiting types, V. dilatatum , V. opulus and V. trilobum are among the best. V. lentago have blue fruits attractive to the birds but not as colorful as the red. V. lantana and V. prunifolium are examples of those with changing fruit color as they ripen from green through pink or yellow to blue-black.
Foliage is excellent.
Included are types with a velvety smooth leaf surface, bold rough-veined texture and glossy leathery character. In addition, some forms have attractive fall color such as the purplish red of V. dentatum and V. dilatatum . V. opulus is a brilliant red in autumn. In addition to the aesthetic features, viburnums are hardy, resistant to serious pests, adaptable to a variety of soil and environmental conditions and require little pruning. The fruits turn from red to black and the foliage, which is glossy, holds late into winter.