Symphoricarpos Magical Galaxy ='Kolmgala' (Magical Series)

Common name: Snowberry 'Magical Galaxy'

Description: This compact deciduous shrub from the acclaimed Magical Series offers exceptional value with its abundant display of striking berries from late summer well into winter. Small pink flowers appear in summer, attracting pollinators, but the real show begins in autumn when the plant becomes laden with masses of large, marble-sized berries in gorgeous shades of soft rose-pink graduating to white with pink tones. The berries create a stunning display that persists for months, providing valuable colour and interest when many other plants have finished. The neat, bushy habit and dense branching make this ideal for mixed borders, informal hedging, or containers. This is a particularly hardy and unfussy shrub that thrives in almost any position and soil type.

Other benefits: long-lasting berries for autumn and winter interest, attracts birds, compact habit, very hardy, low maintenance

Wildlife attraction: bees, pollinators, birds (berries)

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 1m x 1m

Position: full sun to full shade; very adaptable

Soil pH: adaptable to all soil types; performs well in neutral to alkaline conditions

Moisture: moderate watering required; tolerates most conditions once established; adaptable

Winter hardiness: very cold hardy to -25°C