Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum 'Mariesii'
Japanese snowball bush
Wonderful white, lacecap-like flowers on horizontally tiered branches in May and toothed, deeply veined, dark green leaves, turning red-purple in autumn. This beautiful, deciduous shrub makes an excellent specimen plant for a sunny shrub or mixed border. Hardy and easy to grow, Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum 'Mariesii' has a distinctive, horizontal habit, which works particularly well in a Japanese-style garden.
How to care for Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum Mariesii:
Plant cultivated varieties of Viburnum plicatum in sun or light shade with moist, well-drained, fertile soil, adding some garden compost at planting to help with soil structure and fertility. Water regularly through the first year and during dry spells so the roots establish well.
Give it a 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch each spring to hold in moisture and keep the soil in good condition. Pruning is minimal when young, and once it has formed its tiered shape, remove any vertical or awkward shoots after flowering to keep the layers neat. Trim out any damaged or crossing branches when needed and keep the area around the base weed-free so the plant can grow evenly.
Give it a 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch each spring to hold in moisture and keep the soil in good condition. Pruning is minimal when young, and once it has formed its tiered shape, remove any vertical or awkward shoots after flowering to keep the layers neat. Trim out any damaged or crossing branches when needed and keep the area around the base weed-free so the plant can grow evenly.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
3m
Eventual spread:
4m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
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