Magical® Avalanche Snowberry
Symphoricarpos × doornbosii ‘Kolmava’
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Delivery and Shipping
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Delivery and Shipping
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Ships in 3-4 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected
| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Attracts pollinators, Cold hardy, Self-pollinating, Deer-resistant, Flowering, and Fragrant
Specifications
Specifications
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Growth RateModerate
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NativeYes
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Early Summer
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Does Not Ship ToAK, HI, ID, MT, OR
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones 3-8
Looking for a garden gem that shines long after flowers fade? Meet the Magical® Avalanche Snowberry (Symphoricarpos x doornbosii 'Kolmava'), a deciduous flowering shrub that dazzles with dainty pink blossoms in summer, followed by clusters of striking, plump, pure white berries that cling well into fall and early winter. Growing 3-4 feet tall and wide, this compact bush adds unexpected color and texture when most perennials are winding down.
A hybrid selection, Symphoricarpos x doornbosii combines the best of its Snowberry lineage, offering improved berry set, sturdier stems, and a neat, rounded growth habit. Its oval green foliage provides a lush backdrop in spring and summer before giving way to its snowy fruit display. Even after frost, the berries persist, making it a magnet for songbirds and a visual highlight in the landscape.
Closely related to Coralberries, native Snowberries are part of the Honeysuckle family (Caprifoliaceae) and have a long history of use by Indigenous peoples for medicinal purposes and wildlife support. Today, the Magical® series takes this old-fashioned shrub and transforms it into a modern landscape star, perfect for gardeners who crave both beauty and ecological benefit.
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Key Features
- Deciduous flowering shrub with pink summer blooms
- Long-lasting pure white berries from fall into winter
- Compact, rounded growth, 3-4 feet tall and wide
- Attracts birds and wildlife
- Hardy and easy-to-grow hybrid selection
Landscaping Uses
The Magical® Avalanche Snowberry is perfect for bringing fall and winter interest to your garden. Its size makes it versatile for many landscapes.
- Brightening mixed shrub borders
- Adding winter berries to wildlife gardens
- Naturalizing along woodland edges
- Foundation plantings for year-round appeal
- Mass plantings for bold berry impact
Care & Maintenance
Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, this is a deciduous shrub that's as tough as it is charming. Snowberries thrive in a wide range of conditions and reward with minimal fuss. Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong mycorrhizal symbiotic root support.
- Planting Time: Best planted in spring or fall
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
- Soil Requirements: Adaptable - handles clay, rocky, and average soils; prefers well-drained soil
- Moisture Needs: Moderate - keep evenly moist the first year using the Finger Test
- Mulch: Apply a 3-4 inch deep layer of Arborist mulch
- Fertilization Needs: Balanced shrub fertilizer in early spring; compost is beneficial
- Pruning Info: Blooms on new wood - prune this flowering shrub in late winter or early spring to shape and encourage fresh growth
- Renewal pruning: Every few years, cut back 1/3 of the oldest stems to the ground
- Special Perks: Deer-resistant, low maintenance, bird-friendly, pollution-tolerant, cold-hardy
Snow Much to Love with Avalanche Snowberry
The Magical® Avalanche Snowberry brings a blizzard of beauty with its snowy white berries and compact form. A true four-season shrub that blends wildlife value with ornamental flair, it's a plant that gives and gives. Order your Magical® Avalanche Snowberry and start enjoying this cool-weather star today from naturehills.com!
