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Summer Snowflake Viburnum-Deciduous Shrub-Attracts Pollinators 10 Gallon

Summer Snowflake Viburnum-Deciduous Shrub-Attracts Pollinators 10 Gallon

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Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake' Information Page
Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake'

Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake'

Description

The 'Summer Snowflake' Doublefile Viburnum is a stunning deciduous shrub known for its elegant, layered horizontal branches and prolific white lacecap flowers. Blooming from late spring into summer, it provides a continuous display of flowers, followed by red berries that attract birds. Its dark green foliage turns a beautiful reddish-purple in the fall, adding multi-season interest to any garden.

Suggested Uses

This versatile shrub is perfect for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as part of a hedge. Its attractive flowers and foliage make it a great choice for wildlife gardens, and it can also be used in large containers for patios or decks.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Summer Snowflake' Doublefile Viburnum
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 6-8 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring to summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes, in large containers
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, loamy soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent disease
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