Old Fashion Snowball Viburnum Shrub – 4 inch Pot – Flowering Highbush Cranberry

Add Timeless Beauty with Old Fashion Snowball Viburnum

The Old Fashion Snowball Viburnum (Viburnum trilobum), also known as Highbush Cranberry, is a stunning addition to any garden landscape. This deciduous shrub is celebrated for its profuse display of white, ball-shaped flowers in late spring, creating a breathtaking spectacle. These flowers are not only visually appealing but also attract pollinators, enhancing the biodiversity of your garden. As the seasons change, the bright green foliage transforms into a captivating purplish-red hue before gracefully dropping in the fall, providing year-round interest.

This flowering shrub is an excellent choice for creating a flowering hedge, adding privacy and visual appeal to your property. Its dense branching habit makes it ideal for screening and defining garden spaces. Whether you have a small urban garden or a sprawling rural landscape, the Old Fashion Snowball Viburnum adapts well, growing to a height of 8-10 feet but easily pruned to maintain a smaller size to fit your space.

Key Benefits:

• Stunning Visual Appeal: Enjoy masses of white snowball flowers in spring and vibrant fall foliage.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for hedges, borders, or as a standalone ornamental shrub.
• Easy to Maintain: Can be easily pruned to control size and shape.
• Hardy and Adaptable: Thrives in zones 3-9 and tolerates a variety of soil conditions.
• Attracts Pollinators: Supports local ecosystems by attracting bees and butterflies.

Plant your Old Fashion Snowball Viburnum in full sun with average, well-drained soil. Regular watering during the establishment phase will ensure healthy growth and abundant flowering. With its hardiness and adaptability, this shrub will thrive in a wide range of climates and soil types, bringing joy to your garden for years to come.

We are a licensed nursery in the state of Tennessee (cert.#2235), ensuring you receive a healthy and high-quality plant. Planting instructions are included with every order to guide you through the process and ensure your success.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How big will the Old Fashion Snowball Viburnum get?

The Old Fashion Snowball Viburnum typically grows to a height of 8-10 feet, but it can be easily pruned to maintain a smaller size if needed.

2. What kind of sunlight does it need?

This shrub thrives in full sun but can also tolerate partial shade. For best flowering, aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.

3. What type of soil is best for the Snowball Viburnum?

The Old Fashion Snowball Viburnum prefers average, well-drained soil. It can tolerate a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, peat, and silt.

4. How often should I water my new viburnum?

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. After that, water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry.

5. When is the best time to plant this viburnum?

The best time to plant an Old Fashion Snowball Viburnum is in the spring or fall, when the weather is mild and the soil is moist. This allows the plant to establish its roots before facing extreme temperatures.