Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Are you looking for a strong grower with plentiful blooms? Then the Snow Day Surprise Pearl-bush is for you! This bush produces large, white blooms that encase the plant in the spring. This easy to grow bush has a compact, mounded growth habit making it the perfect addition to any yard or space.
The foliage of the Snow Day Surprise Pearl-bush is greed and pairs beautifully with its large white blooms. This spring favorite begins to bloom in the early spring. The compact size reaches a height of thirty-six to forty-eight inches and has a spread of thirty-six to forty-eight inches. This bush is perfect for border planting, mass planting, used as a thriller in containers, and it makes a stunning focal point for any landscape.
Snow Day Surprise Pearl-Bush Care
Maintenance for this plant is simple and will yield amazing results if followed. Plant the Snow Day Surprise Pearl-bush in full sun to part sun ensuring it receives 4-6 hours of sun per day. The water needs of this bush are average. Soil needs to be well drained and fertilized in the spring with a controlled release fertilizer specific to shrubs. The Snow Day Surprise Pearl-bush is adaptable to most soils, for optimum results plant in acidic soil.
Pruning Snow Day Surprise Pearl-Bush should be done after flowering is completed because this plant flowers on old wood.
Snow Day Surprise Pearl-Bush Spacing
Considering its compact habit, at minimum, your Snow Day Surprise Pearl Bush should be spaced 48 inches, center on center. Proper spacing is important to the health of your plant, especially when planted for mass and border planting.
Snow Day Surprise Pearl-bush Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8 |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Tall |
| Height: 3-4 Feet |
| Spread: 3-4 Feet |
| Spacing: 4-5.5 Feet |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Blooms On: n/a |
| Watering: Average |
| Shrub Type: Deciduous |
| Scientific Name: Snow Day® Surprise Exochorda hybrid 'Niagara' USPP 21,665 |
| Common Name: Snow Day® Surprise Pearl-bush |
| Other Name(s): Pearlbush |
| Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Features: Huge Display of Spring Flowers |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
If you have any questions about shipping restrictions, feel free to reach out to our team!