Magical® Avalanche Snowberry

Symphoricarpos × doornbosii ‘Kolmava’

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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.

Plant Highlights

Magical® Avalanche Snowberry highlights at a glance!

Specifications

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Symphoricarpos × doornbosii ‘Kolmava’
Growing Zones

3 - 8
Mature Height

3 - 4 Feet
Mature Spread

3 - 4 Feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun, Partial Shade
Moisture

Medium
Soil

Well Drained Soil
Growth Rate

Medium
Flower Color

White
Fall Color

Yellow
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pruning Time

Early Spring
Bloom Period

Summer

Growing Zones

Find Your Growing Zone!

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!

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Magical® Avalanche Snowberry need a pollinator to produce berries?

No, this hybrid Snowberry is self-fruitful and does not need a pollinator. A single plant will still produce an abundance of white berries.

Are the berries of the Magical® Avalanche Snowberry edible?

No, Snowberry berries are considered toxic to humans and pets if ingested. They are meant for ornamental display and for wildlife like birds.

When is the best time to prune Magical® Avalanche Snowberry?

Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Since it blooms on new wood, this timing encourages fresh stems and more flowers and berries.

Will deer eat Magical® Avalanche Snowberry?

This shrub is naturally deer-resistant. Deer tend to avoid the foliage and berries, making it an excellent choice for areas with browsing pressure.

How long do the berries last on Magical® Avalanche Snowberry?

The berries typically appear in late summer and persist through fall and into early winter, providing beauty and food for birds when gardens need it most.