Symphoricarpos albus var. laevigatus

North America.

Snowberry is a bushy and dense growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1.5 - 2 m and is approx. 1.5 - 2.5 m wide. It usually grows 30 - 50 cm per year.

The shoots of Symphoricarpos albus var. laevigatus are smooth, grey.

The deciduous leaves of Snowberry are dark green, ovate, opposite, with entire margins. Snowberry turns bright yellow in autumn. Long lasting.

The light pink, bell-shaped flowers of Snowberry appear in spikes from June to September.

The white, round berries of Symphoricarpos albus var. laevigatus are particularly decorative. These appear from November. Very long-lasting.

Symphoricarpos albus var. laevigatus is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms densely branched, runner-forming roots.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Snowberry has good frost hardiness.

No special requirements.

Solitary, group planting, hedge

Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

The plant has a medium water requirement.

- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.
- Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).