Mary Milton Japanese Snowball

Mary Milton Japanese Snowball (Viburnum plicatum f. plicatum 'Mary Milton')

Mary Milton Japanese Snowball (Viburnum plicatum f. plicatum 'Mary Milton') is a distinctive flowering shrub known for its full pink snowball blooms and strong, layered branching. This upright cultivar brings elegance and charm to spring landscapes, offering a softer alternative to the classic white varieties.

Distinctive Features

This deciduous shrub matures to about 6 to 10 feet tall and wide, forming a rounded habit with prominent tiered branching. In spring, it produces large, rounded flower clusters that open soft pink and slowly fade to white, creating a graceful multi-tone effect. The foliage emerges bright green and transitions to warm tones in fall.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil
• Soil pH: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions
• Water Needs: Moderate, with regular moisture especially in summer
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8

Ideal Uses

• Specimen shrub or seasonal focal point
• Mixed borders and cottage gardens
• Foundation plantings or standalone accents
• Pollinator-friendly gardens
• Pairing with white- or purple-flowering shrubs for contrast

Low Maintenance Care

• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape
• Apply mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds
• Water regularly during dry periods, especially in the first few years
• Feed with a balanced fertilizer in early spring
• Watch for leaf spot or aphids in overly humid conditions

Why Choose Mary Milton Japanese Snowball

• Offers rare pink blooms among snowball viburnums
• Elegant, layered branching adds visual depth
• Brings multi-season beauty with spring flowers and fall color
• Attracts pollinators while remaining deer-resistant
• Ideal as a soft, romantic focal point in garden designs

With its unique pink flower clusters and refined habit, Mary Milton Japanese Snowball makes a graceful and eye-catching focal point for spring landscapes.