| Description |
Common snowberry gets its name from the attractive white berries that appear in late summer. The plant spreads by rhizomes to form dense thickets popular with birds and small mammals for food, shelter and nesting sites. The berries are mildly toxic to humans. Snowberry was once popular in old-fashioned dooryard gardens. |
| Plant Type | Deciduous shrub. |
| Flower Color | Pink. |
| Bloom Period | Late spring. |
| Height at Maturity | 3-6' |
| Plant Spacing | 3-6' |
| Light Requirements | Shade, part shade, sun. |
| Moisture Needs | Medium. |
| Soil Type |
Tolerate a variety of soils, grows in sands and gravels. |