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Perennials
Stunning white blooms attract attention
Ideal for hedges and borders
Attracts pollinators to your garden
Thrives in
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Nov-AprilChinese Snowball Bush is a popular ornamental shrub in landscaping due to its striking appearance and various benefits to outdoor spaces. Native to China, this deciduous shrub belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family and can reach a height of up to 12 feet with an equal spread. When used in landscaping, it offers several advantages that enhance the aesthetics and functionality of the environment.
The Chinese snowball bush is an extravagant deciduous flowering plant that can reach 20 feet wide and 25 feet tall. These plants grow to their largest size in warmer climates. While its scientific name is Viburnum macrocephalum, its common name is derived from the rounded, eight-inch blooms that grow from April to June. The flowers that grow on it quickly turn white after blooming. In the beginning, however, they're lime green in color.
The infertile flowers on these shrubs mainly grow in the spring but can produce a full bloom during the fall. From the moment they bloom to the time they turn white, the flowers are sterile and don't have a fragrance, which is unique compared to other viburnums.
While most of these shrubs don't produce fruit, a specific variety combines fertile and sterile florets that may accommodate fruit growth. Even though the rest of the plant's foliage remains dark green throughout the spring and summer, the oval leaves turn a pleasant shade of burgundy once the fall arrives.
From late April to the end of May, Chinese Snowball Bush offers significant cuts that can be placed in vases. The buds of these white flowers can remain intact for weeks or months. The Viburnaceae family consists of many plants. Of these varieties, they have the most giant flowers.
The main characteristics of them include the following:
Dark green leaves with serrated margins
Rounded chartreuse blooms
Pubescent stems
Resists deer but attracts birds and butterflies
Leaves are one to two inches wide and two to four inches long.
Undersides of leaves have unique star-like hairs.
Semi-evergreen in nature
Relatively coarse texture
Tolerant of pruning
The entire plant grows with a rounded or vase-like shape.
Bloom Season
Summer
Bloom/Foliage Color
White
Height at Maturity
Under 10 Feet
Care
Chinese Snowball Bushes thrive in well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Prune after blooming to preserve form and promote new growth. Fertilize in early spring with a proportional fertilizer. Mulch near the bottom to maintain moisture and control weeds.
Plant Reproduction
Chinese Snowball Bush spreads by root suckers and layering.
Plant bare-root shrubs during the more excellent spring or fall months, from November through April. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root system and slightly more profound than its height. Position the shrub so that the top of the roots is level with the ground, and put back the soil dug over the roots. Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, ensuring the mulch does not touch the shrub's stem. Water regularly, especially during the first year, to establish strong roots. Prune shrubs as needed to promote healthy growth. In the spring, fertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer suited to the specific needs of the shrub.
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Lush Foliage:
Provides dense, vibrant green leaves that enhance the overall fullness of your garden. The foliage remains attractive throughout the growing season.
Rapid Growth:
It establishes quickly, filling your garden with lush greenery and impressive blooms in no time. Perfect for adding instant beauty and structure to your landscape.
Low Maintenance:
Snowball Bush is simple to cultivate, requires minimal care, and matures into a large, dense bush up to 12 feet tall, with good drought tolerance.
Cycle and Fragrance:
The Chinese Snowball Bush produces sterile flowers primarily in spring, with full blooms often appearing in fall. These flowers are unique for their lack of fragrance and transition from vibrant colors to white.
Caring Tips
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Care Tips
Chinese Snowball Bushes thrive in well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Prune after blooming to preserve form and promote new growth. Fertilize in early spring with a proportional fertilizer. Mulch near the bottom to maintain moisture and control weeds.
Light Requirements
The Chinese Snowball Bushes (Viburnum macrocephalum) flourish in complete sun to partial shade. They favor at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight everyday but can tolerate some afternoon shade, making them versatile for various garden settings.
Hardy Planting Zones
6 • 7 • 8 • 9
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