Winter snowball ∗ The 10 best care and planting tips

Plant winter snowball properly

For Scented snowball in the container is planting time all year round, provided there is no summer drought or ground frost. Bales of material get into the ground preferably in autumn. Prepare the soil finely crumbly in the sunny to partially shaded location in order to proceed according to this workflow:

• Dig plant pits at a distance of 30-50 cm with twice the volume of the root ball
• The earth in one wheelbarrow give to her there compost, Horn shavings(€ 32.93 at Amazon *) and Rock flour(€ 12.33 at Amazon *) to mix in
• Position the potted plant in the middle of the pit so that the previous planting depth is maintained

After you have filled the cavities with the prepared substrate, pour on. A mulch layer of leaves, grass clippings or bark mulch keeps the soil moist and warm.

Care tips

Professional maintenance demands little, even from beginners. These are the aspects that really matter:

• Pour the scented snowball moderately without causing waterlogging
• An organic start fertilization in August / September with compost, horn shavings and rock flour
• Cut back withered and excessively long shoots immediately after the end of the flowering period

Cultivated in a pot, the water and nutrient balance is on a slightly higher level. Always water when the substrate has dried. Apply a mineral-organic compound fertilizer in solid or liquid form in September, which is refreshed in December / January if necessary.
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Which location is suitable?

In the sunny location, the winter scented snowball celebrates its most beautiful flower magic. Partially shaded locations are tolerated; are at the expense of the abundance of flowers. The ornamental wood favors a fresh, nutrient-rich soil with first-class water drainage. A slightly acidic to neutral pH value of 5.5 to 6.5 is advantageous. Avoid locations with too moist soil, as the roots here are susceptible to fungal infections.
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What soil does the plant need?

The blooming winter fairy tale is within your grasp when the scented snowball finds fresh, humus-rich and nutritious soil. The soil should be well drained with a slightly acidic to neutral pH value of 5.5 to 6.5. The ornamental wood welcomes a little lime. For cultivation in the bucket, therefore, a high-quality soil based on compost is considered, which is enriched with fine grit, Lava granules and a bit Rock flour.

When is the flowering time?

Mild winter weather motivates the dark pink buds to unfold as early as November. The central flowering period extends from January to March. Look forward to countless, panicle-shaped flowers in light pink that are located at the end of the branches. Depending on the variety, they emanate a bewitching scent of vanilla or Cloves. Since there are hardly any pollinators around at this early flowering period, small, dark blue drupes rarely thrive.

Properly cut winter snowball

The winter scented snowball is easy to cut. To keep the splendid ornamental wood in shape, cut back any shoots that are too long immediately after flowering. Place the scissors just above an outwardly directed leaf knot to force the further branching. At the same time, thin out the bush thoroughly so that it does not become bald from the inside. From the fourth year onwards, remove 3-4 of the oldest branches close to the ground. If you keep this measure every 2-3 years, the scented snowball will remain vital and willing to bloom. Please consider the toxicity of shoots, flowers and leaves in all pruning work. Do not go to work until you are equipped with sturdy gloves.
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Watering winter snowball

Uniform moisture at a low level; so the winter scented viburnum likes the surroundings of its roots. Extremes Rashes In drought or waterlogged growth depression and blooming laziness up to the death of the entire plant. Do not water the ornamental wood until the soil has dried well. The watering can is used less outdoors than in the bucket on the balcony. A short finger test shows whether there is actually a need for water.

Fertilize winter snowball properly

In nutrient-rich soil, the winter scented snowball is content with a nutrient supply on an organic basis. In August / September work a portion of compost with horn shavings superficially into the soil on the root disc and pour more. There is a higher need for fertilizer in the bucket, which you need with a mineral-organic one Complete fertilizer fulfill. Apply 4 grams of fertilizer per liter of substrate in September, unless the scented snowball has recently been repotted in fresh soil. In the event that deficiency symptoms occur, fertilize Follow up with a reduced dose of 2 grams in December / January.

Propagate winter snowball

The propagation of winter scented viburnum succeeds single-variety and quickly with head cuttings in summer or cuttings in winter. Place the 10-15 cm long cuttings in pots with poor substrate in a partially shaded, protected and frost-free location. If watered regularly, vital young plants develop, which can be planted either in spring or autumn.
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How do I transplant properly?

A scented snowball doesn't hold it against you if it has to change its location within the first 5 years. In later years, the considerable stress could result in growth depression, at least for some time. In spring - immediately after flowering - is a suitable time for this measure. Please note that the previous planting depth is retained as far as possible. Furthermore, water abundantly and regularly in the following weeks without causing waterlogging.

Winter snowball in the pot

Cultivation in pots is not ideal; after all, the winter scented snowball unfolds its dreamy flair on the balcony and terrace for a few years. We recommend a structurally stable potted plant soil enriched with gravel, lava granulate or as a substrate Expanded clay(€ 16.35 at Amazon *) to 20 percent. Coarse gravel on the bottom of the pot effectively prevents waterlogging. Keep the soil slightly moist, as permanent moisture causes fungal infections and rot. Fertilize the scented viburnum at the start of the growing season with 4 grams of complete nutrient fertilizer per liter of substrate and pour in plenty of water. When the winter blossom festival is over, cut back branches that are too long or poor. From the fourth year onwards, remove 3-4 of the oldest shoots close to the ground in order to repeat this measure every 2-3 years.

Is Winter Snowball Poisonous?

The winter scented snowball is unfortunately not suitable for the family garden. The ornamental wood is poisonous in all parts. Although the level of toxicity is low, a scented snowball should be kept out of the reach of children and pets. For yourself, we recommend wearing gloves, as the ingredients can cause unpleasant skin irritation.
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Nice varieties

• Dawn: Opulent scented snowball with white-pink flowers and a beguiling vanilla scent in the middle of winter; Growth height 200-250 cm
• Charles Lamont: Impresses with large panicle flowers in dark pink from March to April; Growth height up to 300 cm
• Anne Russel: Robust winter scented snowball, which smells seductively of cloves in March and April; Height 100-150 cm