Mary Milton Viburnum – Blush-Pink Spring Snowballs
Mary Milton Viburnum (Viburnum opulus 'Mary Milton') adds elegance and romance to the landscape with its large, soft pink snowball-like flower clusters that appear in spring. The blooms emerge from rounded buds and gradually soften into creamy pink as they mature, attracting pollinators and attention alike.
This deciduous shrub features a refined, upright branching habit and green lobed foliage that turns a gentle burgundy in autumn. It makes an exceptional specimen or focal point and brings a soft, old-fashioned charm to borders and garden beds.
- � Showy pink snowball flowers in spring
- � Subtle burgundy fall foliage
- � Attracts bees and butterflies
- � Upright, graceful branching habit
- �️ Easy to grow and moderately deer-resistant
Design Tip: Pair with deep green or blue-toned foliage plants to enhance its blush-pink floral display and romantic silhouette.
Growing Zones: 3–8 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 8–10 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 6–8 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Botanical Name: | Viburnum opulus 'Mary Milton' |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Type: | Deciduous Shrub |
| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Bloom Time: | Mid to Late Spring |
FAQ's
What makes Mary Milton different from other snowball viburnums?
Unlike most snowball viburnums with white flowers, Mary Milton produces beautiful soft pink blooms, making it a unique and eye-catching variety.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes, bees and butterflies are attracted to its fragrant spring blooms.
Is Mary Milton deer-resistant?
It is moderately deer-resistant, though protection may be needed in areas with heavy deer pressure.
How can I use it in landscape design?
Use it as a spring-blooming specimen in borders, mixed shrub beds, or cottage-style gardens where its pink blooms can take center stage.
