Snowberry is primarily grown for its highly ornamental fruit. It features an abundance of magnificent white berries from early to late fall. It has bluish-green deciduous foliage. The pointy leaves do not develop any appreciable fall colour.
Snowberry will grow to be about 5 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 6 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years.
This shrub performs well in both full sun and full shade. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under average home landscape conditions. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This species is native to parts of North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Symphoricarpus albus
Common Name
Snowberry
Hardiness Zone
- 2a
Appearance
Max Height
5 feet
Max Spread
6 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Bluish Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Pink
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
- White
Growing
Flowering Period
Fall
Moisture
Dry to Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun to Full Shade
Maintenance
Occasional
Deer Resistance
YES
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