Common name:Snow Ball Viburnum
Botanical name:Viburnum opulus 'Roseum'
The 'Roseum' is a large, deciduous shrub with leaves that are 2"-4" long and as wide, and are maple-like in shape. Large, "snowball" clusters of white flowers bloom in the spring. The foliage turns to pleasing shades of red and orange. Growth should occur under conditions of full sun.
Dealing With Drought
More than half of the water used at your home is for outside purposes. Studies show that on average, half of the water used outdoors is wasted. The leading cause of waste is incorrectly set and poorly managed irrigation controllers. The second biggest cause of wastage is broken irrigation equipment that goes undetected. There are a few basic things you can do to make a big difference in your water use.
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| Designer: Green Goddess Gardens | Large Peephole in Gate |
Photographer: GardenSoft |
Soils and Compost:
Practice grass-cycling by leaving short grass clippings on lawns after mowing, so that nutrients and organic matter are returned to the soil.
Water Saving Tip:
Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.
Integrated Pest Management:
Remove irrigation water and fertilizer from areas where you don't want weeds to grow.