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Symphoricarpos albus

common snowberry


Common snowberry adds spectacular visual interest with its dusty blue foliage and white berries. The berries last into the winter and are a food source for birds and small mammals. Although it can survive a range of conditions, this small shrub will produce more fruit in sunny, consistently moist spots.

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Height: 3-6 Feet
Spread: 3-6 Feet
Hardiness Zone: 3-7


Bloom Color: Pink

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Dry
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
• Fall/Winter Fruit
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Bees
• Attracts Songbirds
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
• Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization
Landscape Use
• Massing
• Specimen
• Rain Garden
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• White Fruit
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


Arthur Haines (c) Native Plant Trust
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Arthur Haines (c) Native Plant Trust
Arthur Haines (c) Native Plant Trust
Arthur Haines (c) Native Plant Trust
Arthur Haines (c) Native Plant Trust