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Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake'

Family Viburnaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake' (doublefile viburnum) bears showy and white blooms during mid spring to early autumn. The matte foliage is deep green in colour and medium in texture. Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake' (doublefile viburnum) yields showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake' (doublefile viburnum) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake' tolerates drought and wet sites. This deciduous shrub attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. In the fall, Viburnum plicatum f. tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake' enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage.