Viburnum opulus 'Roseum ('Sterile')' ('Snowball')

European Cranberrybush Viburnum

Tips for Homeowners:

Prune as needed after flowering.

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Beautiful snowball white flowers in the spring accent the lush growth of maple-like leaves.

  • White flowers in spring
  • Fruitless
  • Lobed, maple-like leaves turn red in fall

Plant in shrub borders, house foundation plantings or as hedge. Will grow best in eastern and central Kansas.

Height: 10-12 ft
Spread: 12-14 ft
Zone: 3-8
Color: White

Interesting Notes about European Cranberrybush Viburnum:

A viburnum that has been around since the 16th century, this heirloom is best known for its snowball shaped flowers. The flowers are sterile and won't be followed by berries, but they are produced in large quantities, covering the entire shrub.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Mass Planting
  • Fall Color
  • Specimen
  • Great Foliage
  • Low Maintenance
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage

Foliage Color:

  • Red
  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Songbirds

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Fall

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water