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Summer Snowflake Viburnum
(Viburnum plicatum ‘Summer Snowflake’)
Viburnums have become favorites with gardeners because of their multiple periods
of interest – showy flowers in the spring, attractive berries that birds love
and good fall color. Summer Snowflake adds to this impressive list of attributes
by having repeat blooming characteristics not previously found in viburnums. The
heaviest display of white flowers will be produced from mid April to early May,
but throughout the rest of the summer additional flowers will be produced as the
plant grows. Because the plant continues to bloom throughout the summer, it
seldom sets fruit. Summer Snowflake has a decidedly erect form and is suited for
use as an entryway plant, for screening or as part of the mixed border. It was
developed by the University of British Columbia Arboretum.
- Height: 8 to 10 feet.
- Spread: 5 to 6 feet.
- Exposure: Full sun to part shade.
- Hardiness: Hardy statewide, zones 4 to 8.
- Planting Season: At any season.
- Culture: Easily grown in any reasonable soil. To keep the plant
in bloom, it must make some new growth. Even though the plant is very
drought tolerant, it will not bloom as much if not watered during our driest
months.
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