Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii ‘Kordes’

If you’re looking for some vibrant color to add to your availability, take a look at this coralberry. It’s covered in bright pink berries on strong stems beginning in late summer and early fall and continues through late fall. It makes a statement in the ground or in containers. You’ll find this selection under the trademark name Amethyst from Proven Winners ColorChoice.

Why grow Symphoricarpos × doorenbosii ‘Kordes?’

• Color, color, color. Have you seen all the bright pinks in the fashion world? Amethyst’s neon pink berries keep the trend alive.
• Besides being a colorful shrub, Amethyst is also a great choice for a cut flower garden. It was the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers’ woody cut flower of the year in 2013.
• It’s not bothered by erosion, so why not try it out on a slope?
• It’s wildlife friendly and attracts birds.
  
   

Specifics

• Hardiness: USDA Hardiness Zones 3-7.
• Habit: Upright and neat with good branching. Grows 3-5 feet high and wide.
• Culture: Grow in part sun to full sun. It’s tolerant of most soils, including clay.
• In the landscape: Use as a “thriller” in a mixed container. In the ground, plant in a spot where the colors can be enjoyed. It’s a good choice for a woodland garden, or use in a shrub border or as a hedge. Keep in mind, it is deciduous. No matter where it’s planted, tell consumers to make it accessible so the stems can be used as cut flowers.