Snowball Viburnum vs Eastern Redbud - TreeTime.ca

Snowball Viburnum vs Eastern Redbud

Cercis canadensis

Viburnum opulus roseum

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Eastern Redbud
Snowball Viburnum

The Eastern Redbud is known for the pea-like pink buds that emerge in clusters on the bark, embellishing the tree in stunning flowers. They have a longer bloom time, sometimes for two to three weeks before the heart-shaped leaves emerge for the summer. Inedible pods emerge that turn brown in the summer, this tree is a part of the bean family.

Native to the Eastern North America. The Eastern Redbud can tolerate acidic and alkaline soil. Plant this as a beautiful understory species or shaded residential yard or garden. The bright pop of color will make an attractive ornamental tree.

Snowball Viburnum is a popular ornamental shrub with prolific flowering. This plant is prized for its round clusters of white flowers that resemble snowballs, delighting children and adults. In fall, its leaves turn vibrant shades of red.

Snowball Viburnum is sought after as a single accent shrub, but can also make a dense hedge or privacy screen.

Eastern Redbud Quick Facts

Snowball Viburnum Quick Facts

Lowest Price: $24.99
Zone: 4a
Zone: 3b
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: purplish-red
Flowers: rose-purple, pea-like
Flowers: white
Bark: gold to gray
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: low




Other Names: judas tree
Other Names: european cranberrybush, guelder rose, snowball bush, snowball tree