Mid Spring in TN.
Viburnum opulus "sterile" the Snowball bush is a shrub or small tree and has a reasonable life span but it is easily propogated.
You probably have too much acid in your soil.
The best time to prune the Viburnum is right after they bloom. Trim above the node and the regrowth will appear natural.
No this isn't normal. but its hard to say why it is doing this.
The snowball bush flowers on the old wood. So after the blooming the flowers turn light brown this is normal. If the plant must be pruned you must wait until after its bloom.
It is best to plant snowball bushes in the spring because they bloom from April to May. Make sure they are planted in full sun or partial shade.
If its still young it won't bloom well. I planted one in my parents yard and it took many years (6-7) years before it actually bloomed like it should. You may want to try fertilizing it next year starting in spring help give it a boost.
most spring blooming shrubs require pruning after the blooms are gone, but before fall.
You can split a snowball bush if it is a large, healthy one. It's best to split it in winter, when the plant is dormant.
most spring blooming shrubs require pruning after the blooms are gone, but before fall.
It is possible to move a snowball bush if it is getting to large for its place. This involves pulling the bush up from its roots and moving it to well-drained soil.
Never.