Chiquita cranberrybush viburnum is a more compact shrub that the species at a height and spread of 6'. It blooms in May with pinwheel-shaped clusters of white flowers that give way to red fruit in the fall. The fruit contrasts with its fall foliage of yellow-orange.

Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well suited to the home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums have attractive fall color. There are over 100 different varieties of viburnum at the Chicago Botanic Garden.