Plant Characteristics
- Zone: 3-8
- Height: To 12'
- Spread: To 10'
- Growth: moderate
- Form: mounded
- Usage: specimen,border
- Soil: moist,drained
- Bloom: white, spring and early summer
- Age at bloom: 3 yrs
Known as V. opulus 'Sterilis' or more recently as V. opulus 'Roseum'.
Probably the oldest known garden viburnum as it was recorded in the 16th
century as "Sambucus Rose". Considered to be an heirloom plant, possibly
why it is the most commonly known viburnum to the public. Blooms profusely
with large, double 3" flowers in "snowballs" in mid May. Flowers are first
apple green, changing to pure white for an extended period. In high demand
by the floral industry as a cut flower for arrangements. All of the flowers
are sterile so there is no fruit. Fall color is shades of reds and yellows.