Symphoricarpos albus var. albus

S. alba var. laevigatus, a western U.S. native, has also naturalized in the area. The native species is found in dry forests & woods. It is a low shrub and spreads by runners.  Attractive to birds but mildly toxic to people.

Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
snowberry
Type: 
Native
Shrubs, Trees
Status: 
Scarce in Finger Lakes
Moisture: 
Dry
Moist
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Part Shade
Soil: 
Sandy
Showy fruit
Recommended for gardening
Used in traditional 19th century gardens

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