Susquehanna Sargent viburnum was introduced by the U.S. National Arboretum in 1966 from a selection of seedlings found in Japan. This muti-stemmed cultivar can almost be treated as a small tree due to its attractive corky bark. It has unusually large dark green leaves of heavy substance. White flowers in May are followed by abundant yellow-green fruit, which turn bright red and persist into winter. Fall foliage color is yellow and red.

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.