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Arrowwood viburnum shrubs.

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Wind D Ranch:
I planted Arrow Wood Viburnum (Viburnum dentatum) in my yard about 4 years ago.  About twice per year, I cut off the crooked shoots and trim the straight shoots to remove unwanted branches.  I'll be harvesting my first shoots this winter.  The Viburnum is doing so well that I planted another one last year.  I'm also growing Red Osier and river cane to make arrow shafts.  I plan to harvest my first river cane shafts this winter.  I live in Northern Missouri.  I planted an Arrow Wood Viburnum at my cousin's house last year (SE Kansas) and it is growing well.

Morgan:
Thank you. I will get a couple next spring  to try. I don’t think red osier will grow here.

Pat B:
Morgan, where do you live? I would almost bet that there are at least one type of shrub dogwood growing in your area and they all make good arrows. Even one of the dogwood trees, Alternate leaf or Pagoda dogwood has appropriate shoots for arrows. There may also be native viburnums growing in your area. Roses make good arrows and multiflora rose grows everywhere in the eastern US, at least the southeast.
 This time of year is a good time to plant shrubs before the ground freezes. Even though the plant is dormant the roots continue to grow giving the shrub a head start once spring comes.

Morgan:
Pat, I live in eastern Oklahoma. I’m sure there’s lots of native material and I need to cut some more stuff to play with. Drawing a blank on the cane and maple that I’ve cut. I like the idea of getting something started right on my fenceline that will give me a steady supply as I need it. Didn’t know you could plant now. Thanks.

Pat B:
Yes, now is one of the best times because of the reasons I mentioned. Try to find out what the local Natives used.

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