Botanical profile

Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii 'Amethyst'

Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii ‘Amethyst’, commonly known as Amethyst Snowberry, is a compact deciduous shrub with a rounded, dense habit, prized for its abundant amethyst-pink fruit. In spring and early summer, it bears small, discreet, yet nectar-rich pink flowers, followed from late summer by a profusion of spherical lilac-pink to purplish-pink berries that line the branches elegantly. These decorative fruits persist well into autumn, adding color and texture to beds, borders, and low hedges. Its medium-green foliage forms a compact mass that tolerates pruning and urban conditions well. Very hardy and adaptable, Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii ‘Amethyst’ prefers well-drained soil and a sunny to semi-shady exposure for optimal fruiting.

Latin name
Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii 'Amethyst'
Common name
Doorenbos Snowberry 'Amethyst'
Type
Ornamental shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Compost in the spring if needed
Soil type
Well-drained, tolerates average soil
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Abundant and persistent amethyst pink to purplish pink berries in autumn
Foliage color
Green
Shape
Rounded dense
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4 ft (1.2 m)
Width
4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rate
Fast
Butterflies
Flowers that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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