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Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Igloo'

Also Known As

  • Viburnum tomentosum 'Igloo'
  • Japanese Snowball

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Igloo' plant details

Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Igloo' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Igloo'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: adoxaceae, caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: floriferous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Igloo'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 5? x 5' shrub produces its profuse white flowers all the way to the ground (making it look like an igloo!) and then follows them with a showy (and bird attractive!) display of red fruit. S/M
This plant from Winterthur makes a dome shape up to 5' tall. The white flowers cover the plant clear to the ground in May.

Gardening facts about Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Igloo' plant

How to Grow Viburnum plicatum var. tomentosum 'Igloo'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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