Botanical profile

Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii 'Pinky Promise'

Latin name
Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii 'Pinky Promise'
Common name
Doorenbos Snowberry 'Pinky Promise'
Type
Shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae

Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii 'Pinky Promise', commonly known as 'Pinky Promise' snowberry, is a compact deciduous shrub with a rounded, dense habit, valued for its abundant and decorative late-season fruiting. In spring and early summer, it produces small, discreet, yet melliferous pinkish flowers, followed from late summer by numerous bright pink berries clustered along the branches. These spherical fruits persist long into autumn, adding color and texture to beds, borders, and low hedges. Its medium green foliage forms a dense mass that tolerates pruning and urban conditions well. Very hardy and adaptable, Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii 'Pinky Promise' prefers well-drained soil and a sunny to partially shaded exposure for optimal fruiting.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Weak, compost in spring if necessary.
Soil type
Well-drained, tolerates poor soils
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Small pink berries, very decorative.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded compact
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
0.9 m (3 ft)
Width
0.9 m (3 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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