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Viburnum opulus 'Snowball'

Common Snowball

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Description

The 'Roseum' is a large, deciduous shrub with leaves that are 2"-4" long and as wide, and are maple-like in shape. Large, "snowball" clusters of white flowers are grown in the spring. The foliage turns to pleasing shades of red and orange. Growth should occur under conditions of full sun.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Standard

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

Cut Flowers

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.

Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.