Japanese Snowball is a graceful deciduous viburnum known for its rounded clusters of white flowers that cover the branches in spring. The blooms often emerge with a pale green tint before maturing to bright white, creating the appearance of snowballs resting across the shrub. Its deeply veined green foliage may turn burgundy or reddish-purple in fall, adding another season of interest. Japanese Snowball works well as a specimen shrub, flowering hedge, mixed-border plant, or foundation planting.
Plant Details
Plant Type: Flowering Shrub, Deciduous Shrub
Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun
Bloom Color: White, Green
Bloom Time: Spring
Mature Height: 8–15 feet
Mature Width: 10–15 feet
Hardiness Zone: 5-8
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist Well-Drained
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Care Level: Easy
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Pruning Time: After flowering
Notes
Japanese Snowball blooms on old wood, so prune it shortly after flowering to avoid removing the following year’s flower buds. Plant it in moist, well-drained soil and provide regular water while it becomes established. Full sun generally produces the heaviest flowering, but afternoon shade can be helpful in hot Southern gardens. Its broad, spreading habit requires plenty of room, so avoid planting it too close to buildings or walkways.
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