If you’re striving for a classic garden look that also attracts bees and other pollinators, roses are an excellent choice.
If you need some alternatives to hydrangeas, we have suggestions! Maybe you already have a bunch or maybe the deer love them too.
we’re sharing answers to the five most commonly asked questions we get about hydrangeas in the summer to help you get back to just enjoying the view.
This selection of our native coral berry has very heavy fruit set and an attractive compact habit. Bright pink berries cover this plant in late summer and fall; a pollinator is not needed. Great for mass plantings in gardens and parks or adding unexpected fall color to mixed borders. The fruit is not edible.
| Dimensions | 3 × 3 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Symphoricarpos 'Sofie' PP#21,226 |
| Zone | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green, Green |
| Height | 3-4' |
| Width/Spread | 3-4' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade |
| Soil | Average, Dry, Well-drained |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Uses | Borders, Containers, Cutting Gardens, Foundations, Low Hedges, Mass Planting |
| Features | Attracts pollinators, Cut flower, Deer resistant, Fall interest |
| Breeder | Catharina Maria Hoekstra Arisz |
| Blooms On | New wood |
Soil: Any average, well-drained soil will do. Tolerates poor and urban soils.
Water: Average water needs. Drought tolerant once established.
Fertilizer: Nothing special needed. If desired, apply a granular rose fertilizer in early spring; this may be continued monthly through late July if you want faster growth.
Pruning: Prune back by about half its total height in late winter/early spring. Remove the oldest, thickest stems every 4-5 years to encourage vigorous young growth.
