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We planted a snowball bush last year; this year we had nice blooms come on in May but when they faded it did not rebloom. I trimmed off the blooms that had died; did I do wrong? Is that why it's not reblooming?

I was just looking them up. It says they only bloom in spring. So your bloom season may just be over.

I think tina is correct. Problem is, the name "snowball bush" is used a bit loosely. I believe it is the viburnum, but it could be hydrangea as well. The "pom pom" hydrangea is the one that is either pink or blue according to soil pH, it has a long bloom season, the viburnum does not.

Dave, you are correct; our bush is vibernum. I couldn't remember the proper name when I wrote my message. Is it ok to trim the bush after the blooming is done?

I trimmed mine last summer......No blooms this year..
It only blooms in the spring and quits..

I've worked on many shrubs, but I can't say I've worked on many viburnums. Rule of thumb generally is to prune after the bloom so that the shrub can develop flower buds over the course of a full year, more or less. Some bloom on new wood (crepe myrtle), some on old (lilac) abd some on both (quince.)

Thanks to all of you Gardeners who responded to my question; I am not an experienced gardener so your help is greatly appreciated. I will do as you suggested and prune the bush now so new buds can form for next season.

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