Coralberry (Symphoricarpos orbiculatus), also known as Indian currant or buckbrush, is a hardy North American native shrub celebrated for its ornamental berries and adaptability. Clusters of small, pink to purple berries appear in late summer and persist into winter, providing food for birds and adding winter interest to landscapes. This deciduous shrub features arching branches with small, round leaves that turn a pale yellow in autumn. Coralberry thrives in a variety of conditions from full sun to part shade and is tolerant of different soil types, including dry and clay soils. Its low maintenance nature and ability to spread through underground stems make it ideal for erosion control, naturalistic plantings, and wildlife gardens.
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Coralberry (Symphoricarpos orbiculatus) info from Missouri Botanical Garden
Common Name: Coralberry, Indian Currant, Buckbrush
Type: Deciduous shrub
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Zone: 2 to 7
Height: 2 to 4 feet
Spread: 3 to 6 feet
Bloom Time: June to July
Bloom Description: Pink to purplish
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium to wet
Maintenance: Low
Flower: Inconspicuous
Fruit: Showy
Attracts: Birds
Tolerate: Deer, Clay Soil, Wet Soil, Black Walnut
Coralberry (Symphoricarpos orbiculatus)
Ornamental Features
Coralberry (Symphoricarpos orbiculatus), also known as Indian currant or buckbrush, is a hardy North American native shrub valued for its ornamental berries and adaptability to various growing conditions. Clusters of small, pink to purplish berries adorn the plant from late summer through winter, providing food for birds and adding visual interest in the garden. Its deciduous foliage turns pale yellow in autumn, enhancing its seasonal appeal. Coralberry thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates a range of soil types, including dry and clay soils. With its low maintenance needs and ability to spread through underground stems, it is ideal for erosion control, naturalistic plantings, and wildlife gardens.
Planting and Growing
Coralberry (Symphoricarpos orbiculatus) is a hardy deciduous shrub native to North America, known for its ornamental berries and adaptability to various conditions. It typically grows to a height of 2 to 4 feet (60 to 120 cm) with a similar spread. In late summer through winter, clusters of small pink to purplish berries adorn the plant, providing food for birds and adding visual interest in the landscape. The foliage is oval-shaped and green, turning yellow in the fall before dropping. Coralberry thrives in full sun to part shade and can tolerate a wide range of soils, including dry and clay soils. It is a low-maintenance shrub ideal for erosion control, naturalized areas, and wildlife gardens. Pruning can be done in early spring to maintain its shape and promote berry production.