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    Also Known As

    • Symnphoricarpos orbiculatus
    • Buckbrush
    • Coralberry
    • Indian Currant

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-5'
    • W: 4'-6'

    planting zones

    • 4a-7b

    1 gallon - bare root | $22.39

    Shipping flat rate $9.99

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    Symphoricarpos orbiculatus plant details

    Symphoricarpos orbiculatus is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer green, pink and white flowers emerge followed by purple and red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Symphoricarpos orbiculatus

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: caprifoliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
    Flowers: green, pink and white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: bare root shipping available, winter interest, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Symphoricarpos orbiculatus

    USDA Zones: 4a - 7b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

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    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Coralberry is excellent 2-5' shrub from the open woodlands and pastures of the eastern and central United States. It spreads by runners to form large thickets which make it a wonderful choice for erosion control. Pink-tinted, white blossoms hang like bells in summer becoming eye-catching coral-purple-red fruits which hang in clusters along the stems in fall and winter. The winter stems make a wonderful cut flower display! S-PSh/M

    By: Forestfarm

    The summer foliage resembles that of Spirea with its small, deep green leaves growing densely throughout the shrub. Clumps of small white or pink flowers cover the plant in early summer. The real interest is in the winter, however, after the leaves drop. In the fall the leaves fall away to reveal masses of purple, blue, or red berries alone on the thin woody stems. The berries are a good winter food source for birds but they are not edible for humans.
    The snow berry is very drought tolerant and survives throughout the summer at our nursery even without water, however its preferred climate is near streams and creeks. Deer will occasionally eat the fresh growth but prefer other plants and usually leave this species alone.

    By: Red Panda Nursery

    A gorgeous specimen that bursts forth with color each fall. It almost glows from the coral-colored berries covering the branches. The berries remain on the plant through winter. Enjoy them in your yard or pick them for indoor decorating. Birds love the berries. Coralberry is an important wildlife plant. Birds and small mammals use this plant for food, cover, and nesting.

    By: Maples N More Nursery

    Deciduous shrub, white flowers, bright red berries, Honeysuckle family Zone 4-8. 4', Eastern US, part shade sun, moist

    By: Keeping it Green Nursery

    Gardening facts about Symphoricarpos orbiculatus plant

    How to Grow Symphoricarpos orbiculatus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • pink
      • green

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • deer resistant

    • Fruit

      • red
      • purple

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Symphoricarpos albus

    aka Common Snowberry, Ice Apple, Snowberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 3'-6'

    Width: 4'-6'

    • mostly sun - shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Symphoricarpos albus foliage, fruit by Nic McPhee
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    Symphoricarpos oreophilus

    aka Mountain Snowberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    4a-10b

    Size

    Height: 3'-4'

    Width: 5'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - low
    Photo of Symphoricarpos oreophilus fruit by Stan Shebs
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    Symphoricarpos orbiculatus 'Foliis Variegatus'

    aka Symphoricarpos orbiculatus 'Aureovariegatus', Symphoricarpos orbiculatus 'Variegata', Symphoricarpos orbiculatus 'Variegatus', Coralberry, Snowberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    2a-8b

    Size

    Height: 3'-6'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - shade
    • regular
    Photo of Symphoricarpos orbiculatus 'Foliis Variegatus' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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    Symphoricarpos albus 'Variegatus'

    aka Symphoricarpos albus 'Taff's White', Variegated Snowberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-6'

    Width: 2'-6'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Symphoricarpos albus 'Variegatus' foliage by Secret Garden Growers
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    Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii 'Magic Berry'

    aka Magic Berry Coralberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    3a-8b

    Size

    Height: 4'-6'

    Width: 4'-6'

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii 'Magic Berry' by Karl Gercens III
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