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Symphoricarpos albus laevigatus

Smoothleaf Snowberry

Plant photo of: Symphoricarpos albus laevigatus
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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.

 

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:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.