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VIBURNUM plicatum 'Mariesii'
Commonly known as Japanese snowball

Tiered branching effect with white flowers and striking yellow autumn colour
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Architectural interest
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, viburnum beetle, honey fungus, leaf spot -
Place of origin
Garden origin. Introduced from Japan in 1879 for Veitch of Exeter, Devon, UK -
DeciduousOval, tapered, toothed, deeply veined dark-green leaves to 10cm (4in) long.
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White
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Lacecap
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft) -
Tall ShrubSpreading, bushy shrub. Produces flowers in flattened, lacecap-like cymes with tiny, fertile, central flowers surrounded by larger, sterile florets to 3cm (1¼in) across. Produces few fruit.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
4m (13ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a large shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelterCottage gardenTown gardenWoodland garden
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Viburnum - Growing Guide