All That Glows® Arrowwood Viburnum

A Shining Star For Pollinators And Birds Alike

Add a touch of radiance to your garden with the All That Glows® Viburnum (Viburnum dentatum var. deamii 'SMVDBL'), a native North American shrub that truly lives up to its name! This beautiful flowering bush features clusters of creamy-white blooms in early summer that light up the landscape before transforming into dazzling metallic-blue berries that birds can't resist. Learn more about bird-friendly plants and how to attract them to your landscape.

This compact Arrowwood Viburnum shines with glossy green foliage that reflects the sunlight and contrasts beautifully against the white blossoms. In fall, those same leaves turn rich shades of burgundy and gold for a glowing display that lasts through the seasons. Pair it with its sister plant, All That Glitters® Viburnum, for cross-pollination and an abundance of ornamental fruit that wildlife adores. Perfect for pollinator gardens and native landscapes.

Native to North America, this hardy Viburnum belongs to the Honeysuckle family (Adoxaceae) and is loved for its dependability, adaptability, and ecological benefits. A long-standing favorite for wildlife-friendly gardens, naturalized plantings, and low-maintenance landscapes, it's a true gem of Ma Nature's design.

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Key Features

• Clusters of Showy White Blossoms in Early Summer
• Glossy Green Foliage That Shines in Sunlight
• Blue Berries for Birds and Wildlife in Late Summer
• Pollinator Magnet and Bird-Friendly Shrub
• Cold-hardy and Adaptable to Many Soils
• Perfectly Sized at 4–5 Feet Tall and Wide
• Companion Plant to All That Glitters® Viburnum for Best Fruit Set
• Easy-Care Native Shrub with Year-Round Appeal

Landscaping Uses

Add All That Glows® Viburnum as the sparkling centerpiece of your bird and pollinator garden! Its neat, rounded habit fits beautifully into modern landscapes, foundation beds, or mixed borders. For inspiration, explore pollinator-friendly native plants that complement this shrub beautifully.

Use it for:

• Privacy or Screening Hedge
• Wildlife or Pollinator Gardens
• Focal Point in a Shrub Border
• Accent or Foundation Planting
• Naturalized Native Plantings
• Mass Plantings for Year-Round Interest

Care & Maintenance

Hardy in USDA Zones 4–8, the All That Glows® Viburnum is a deciduous flowering shrub that is remarkably easy to grow. Not sure about your zone? Check your USDA Growing Zone before ordering.

This low-maintenance shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade, where it produces the most abundant flowers and berries. It's tolerant of many soil types but prefers moderately moist, well-drained soil.

Care Tips:

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or fall for strong establishment.
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (at least 5–6 hours of sunlight daily). See how shade plants can enhance your landscape if your space receives limited sunlight.
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; adapts to clay, loam, or sandy soils.
• Moisture Needs: Moderate; keep evenly moist, especially the first year. Use the Finger Test to check soil moisture before watering.
• Mulching: Apply a 3–4 inch layer of organic mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Learn more here.
• Fertilization: Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring, or amend with compost annually.
• Pruning Info: Prune after flowering since it blooms on old wood. Light tip pruning keeps it tidy; perform renewal pruning every few years by removing the oldest stems to encourage new growth and maintain a full shape.
• Special Perks: Deer-resistant, juglone-tolerant, cold-hardy, and bird-friendly. See more deer-resistant landscape ideas.
• Root Support: Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster to support healthy mycorrhizal root growth for life.

Learn more about Viburnum varieties and their care in Nature Hills' Top 5 Amazing Viburnum Shrubs and Their Care.

Glowing Beauty That Keeps On Giving

There's no mistaking the natural shine and grace of All That Glows® Viburnum. With radiant white blooms, glistening foliage, and glossy blue berries, it's the total package for gardeners who want both beauty and wildlife value. Create a more dynamic backyard habitat by adding bird-friendly plants nearby to provide food and shelter year-round.

Order your All That Glows® Viburnum today and start growing a garden that truly shines — Nature Hills will ship your plant at the perfect time for your growing zone!

Frequently Asked Questions

Does All That Glows® Viburnum produce fruit?
Yes! When planted with its pollination partner, All That Glitters® Viburnum, it produces an abundance of glossy blue berries that birds adore.

Does All That Glows® Viburnum spread?
It may form light suckers at the base over time, but it's not invasive. You can trim or mow them down to maintain a tidy appearance.

Do Viburnum shrubs lose their leaves in winter?
Yes, All That Glows® is a deciduous shrub that drops its leaves in late fall.

How big does All That Glows® Viburnum get?
It grows to about 4–5 feet tall and wide, making it an ideal mid-size landscape shrub.

Will All That Glows® Viburnum grow in shade?
It can tolerate partial shade but performs best in full sun with 5–6 hours of direct light per day.