Symphoricarpos albus laevigatus

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Snowberry, Smoothleaf

 
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This deciduous shrub can grow to 12' tall and 12' wide, spreading by underground stems, but is usually 5' by 5'. Snowberry has round, blue/green leaves with pink flowers that bloom in summer and are followed by white berries in the fall.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

White

 

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

English Cottage, Wild Garden, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Park, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust sprinklers to avoid watering sidewalks and driveways.