Although the different types of snowball bush have different requirements, they are all considered to be relatively easy to care for. Many of them are hardy in our latitudes, they are all decorative, but also slightly poisonous for humans and pets.

With the right care, the snowball looks fabulous all year round

The right location and the best soil

Plant your snowball bush in a sunny to partially shaded spot with moist soil. Most varieties feel comfortable there. However, some prefer a rather dry place and do not tolerate waterlogging. It's best to look at the plant label or ask the gardener where your special snowball feels at home.

Water and fertilize the snowball

If the soil is nutrient-rich and well mulched, then your snowball doesn't need any fertilizer for the time being. Potted plants and fast-growing viburnum bushes should be supported from time to time with a little liquid fertilizer in the irrigation water. Most snowball species, on the other hand, need plenty of water, at least during the growth period and during the flowering period.

Prune the snowball

The robust viburnum bush tolerates pruning quite well, but does not necessarily depend on it. However, some varieties will bare on the ground if never cut. Therefore, you should cut back the old shoots of your viburnum bush about every two to three years.

Diseases and pests in snowball

Occasionally, the aphid gives the snowball a hard time. As a preventive measure, watering with a broth made from horsetail and a sunny location will help. Healthy plants are less likely to be attacked by pests than already weakened ones.

Snowball bush in winter

Ideally, the gardener from whom you buy your snowball will inform you about the frost tolerance of the shrub. Because not all snowball species are equally hardy. The laurel snowball tolerates only a little frost, while the common snowball has no problems with it and also does not need winter protection.

The most important care tips for the snowball:

  • Location: sunny or semi-shady
  • Soil: moist
  • water a lot
  • fertilize moderately
  • Cut back every 2-3 years
  • more or less hardy
  • sensitive to lice

tips

Many snowball species are hardy and like moist soil, but there are exceptions. Therefore, inquire about the right care for special varieties when you buy them.

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Vegetable garden