Viburnum plicatum Mariesii

Deciduous shrub with horizontal branches forming distinct tiers like a wedding cake. Produces masses of white flowers in mid to late May (which resemble those of a white Lacecap Hydrangea but smaller). Soft, vivid green leaves in spring and summer turn a striking coppery-red/purple in autumn if given good light.

Usually growing wider than it is tall, this is ideal as a specimen shrub on its own, or in the middle (or end) of a border.

Prefers a rich soil, neutral to acid. Much more wind tolerant than it looks!