Common Snowball Bush

This upright, deciduous flowering shrub bears arching branches thick with glossy leaves. Early season flowers yield vibrant, opaque berries. An excellent landscape plant for hedging, screening, and foundation. Prefers well-drained soil.

Companion Plants

Bird's Nest Spruce

Redtwig Dogwood

Upright Juniper

Plant Details

Common name

Common Snowball Bush
Botanical name

Viburnum opulus
Variety

na
Zone

USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F).
Light

Part sun
Height

8-10' (2.5-3 m)
Habit

Arching
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

1-2 times per week
Bloom Color

White
Bloom Time

Spring-summer
Maintenance

Leave fruit on plant for winter interest

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Holden P.'s collection

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