Eastern Snowball Bush

Viburnum opulus 'Sterile'

Also known as: European Cranberry Bush, European Snowball Bush

Large, white blooms resembling snowballs in spring

Attracts butterflies and adds visual interest

Grows up to 12-20 feet tall, ideal for focal points



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Huge, Creamy White Blooms + Purple Fall Foliage

Why Eastern Snowball Bushes?

Beautiful yet super easy-to-grow, the Eastern Snowball Bush is known for its full white blooms and rich green foliage that usher in spring. The Snowball's flowers emerge a striking lime-green in late spring and gradually turn to snowy-white in mid-May, retaining their green color for several weeks before turning to cream and white.

At full maturity, the Eastern Snowball's blooms are like brilliant white pom-poms, reaching up to 8 inches in width. Plus, you get these huge blooms for weeks at a time. The Eastern Snowball's clusters resemble the blooms of the Hydrangea but are even easier to grow.

In fact, this particular variety will provide a longer and more profuse season of blooming than any other plant in its family. But despite its staying power and unbelievable beauty, it couldn't be easier to grow. It can be trimmed to any size or shape, from shrubs and hedges to borders, or even be trained as a tree.

Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better

When you order your Eastern Snowball Bush from Fast Growing Trees, you get a repeat bloomer that works hard in your garden but requires no work from you.

That's because we plant, grow, and ship your Eastern Snowball with care. Once it arrives at your door, it's already got a healthy root system and better branching than anything found at local big-box retailers.

And unlike those chain garden centers, we never ship bare-root. Your Eastern Snowball Bush is made to thrive, year after year - no guesswork or hassle required.

    The only work for you is ordering your Eastern Snowball Bush before it's gone! Don't wait...get your Eastern Snowball today!

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    Product Details

      Mature Height:12 ft.
      Mature Width:10 ft.
      Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
      Bloom Season(s):Spring Blooming
      Growth Rate:Moderate Growing
      Botanical Name:Viburnum opulus 'Sterile'
      Does Not Ship To:AK, AZ, HI, OR
      Grows Well In Zones:3-8 outdoors
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      Growing Zones: 3-8 outdoors

      (hardy down to -30℉)

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      Chuck C.
      3/29/2026
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      Arrived safe and timely no problems

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      Sharon J.
      3/26/2026
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      This was shipped to someone as a gift from me.

      I sent this as a gift to my cousin. She was so happy with it because she can't find them where she lives. She sent me a picture of it. It looked very pretty.

      Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Sharon! We’re so glad to hear your gift brought happiness. It’s great to know the plant arrived beautifully and made a good impression. Thank you for choosing us.
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      Michele H.
      3/22/2026
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      Beautiful Bush

      Item was received in great shape, and happy with the size ordered.

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      Blanca B.
      3/21/2026
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      So gorgeous

      So gorgeous

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      JEANETTE C.
      1/28/2026
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      Bush

      It’s doing well but worried our 0 below at nights will kill it I wrapped it well in leaves before snow came

      Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Jeanette, we appreciate the update. Cold nights can be concerning, but the extra protection you added can really help. We’re always here if you need guidance.
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