Snowball Bush

http://www.durgan.org/URL/?Snowball 24 May 2009 European Snowball (Vibernum opulus)

Vibernum opulus 'Roseum' Hardy to zone 3. Also known as European Snowball Bush. The large spherical flowers open apple green and then turn white. There are two bushes on my property. It is a rather spectacular bloomer for about three weeks in late Spring. My plants don't have much fragrance, but some types are most pleasing.

http://www.durgan.org/URL/?SnowballR 30 May 2009 European Snowball Bush (Vibernum opulus)
The bush is at its peak for blooming. The balls are drooping due to being waterlogged from two days of heavy rain.