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Symphoricarpos Duham. Snowberry · Ornamentals · bred by Hoekstra-Arisz Catharina Marie|Beverwijk, NL

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The shrub reaches a height of 90–120 cm and has a tendency for the branches to droop slightly. The foliage is simple, green or bluish-green, and deciduous. During the period from June to August, the plant forms small bell-shaped flowers of a creamy-white shade.

The fruits are large and bright-pink, their coloration becoming more intense with the onset of cold weather. The variety prefers sunny sites but tolerates partial shade. It is undemanding regarding soil type, provided there is good drainage.

The plant is resistant to drought once established and to damage by deer. To stimulate canopy density and abundant fruiting, annual spring pruning of the stems to a height of 30 cm is recommended.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

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Variety registered as early as 2 jurisdictions, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified. This section will be available upon verification.

Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Hoekstra-Arisz Catharina Marie|Beverwijk, NL 1 Developed the variety
Applicant
Hoekstra-Arisz Catharina Marie|Beverwijk, NL 1 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Hoekstra-Arisz Catharina Marie|Beverwijk, NL 1 Holds the rights to the variety

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20090107
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  1. Application filed 23 January 2009
  2. Registered 25 July 2011
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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