Japanese snowball typically starts flowering in April.
Japanese snowball
Viburnum plicatum f. pilcatum
Japanese snowball (Viburnum plicatum f. pilcatum) is an elegantly stamped evergreen shrub that produces stunning white blossoms. In spring it's covered in a blanket of white blooms, contrasting against its lush foliage. Its elegant blooms transform into clusters of bright red berries later in the season. This shrub requires very minimal pruning and is easily maintained in cold climates. Not only is it an aesthetically pleasing addition to any garden, but its fragrance and ability to attract wildlife makes it a much sought after plant.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
red,pink,white Fruits Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
watering
Water Japanese snowball plants deeply and regularly during the first growing season for best establishment. Water approximately twice per week, or enough to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Once established, water once a week or just enough to keep the top 3 to 4 inches (7.5-10 cm) of the soil surface moist. Generally, stems and foliage should look perky and full if the plant is receiving enough water. The plant can take a bit of drought but will need to be watered more often during periods of hot and dry weather.
sunlight
Japanese snowball plants require full sun or partial shade, with at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day spread throughout the day. Ideally, the plant would receive direct sunlight in the morning and filtered sun or dappled shade in the late afternoons. This will help to protect the plant from too much heat, which can stress the plant or cause it to become scorched.
pruning
Japanese snowball should be pruned once a year in late winter, just before the new growth appears. Pruning should be moderate, removing dead, diseased, or damaged branches, and shaping the plant as required. Thin out some of the dense new growth to allow better air and sunlight penetration. Additionally, the long stems of this popular plant should be cut back by approximately 1 third to keep the plant neat and compact.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The Japanese snowball typically blooms in late spring and early summer, so the months to start harvesting the fruits would be June, July, and August.
