Japanese snowball Mariesii If there is one shrub that no garden should be without, it is Viburnum plicatum Mariesii. Sometimes referred to as the Wedding Cake Shrub, a magnificent display of large, pure white flowers in May shows why this is such a popular shrub for any garden. The horizontal growth habit make Mariesii a shrub adored by all. Red fruits are another ornamental attraction in late Summer/Autumn, it also have very attractive Autumn foliage. Site: Requires shelterSoil: Any well-drained soilPosition: Full sunSeason of Interest: Spring flowers, Autumn colourHeight: 8ft (2.5m) Spread: 8ft (2.5m)