Snowberry

Snowberry is a small, erect shrub found in the understory in both upland and streamside areas. It provides cover and its spreading habit makes it useful for erosion control. Very abundant.

Planting

Mostly container seedlings. Not widely available.

Natural Regeneration

Regenerates primarily through sprouting from underground stems, called rhizomes.

Streamside Planting Zones: 2-3
Tolerance to flooding: MEDIUM
Tolerance to shade: HIGH
Tolerance to drought: MEDIUM

This piece is part of the collection Trees and Shrubs for Erosion Control, Trees and Shrubs by: Shade Tolerance, Trees and Shrubs by: Flood Tolerance, Trees and Shrubs by: SIZE, Trees and Shrubs by: Showy Flowers, Fruit or Fall Colors, Trees and Shrubs by: Drought Tolerance

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