Snowberry 'Magical Sweet'

Planting

Dig a hole around twice the width of the root ball and deep enough for the plant to sit at the same level it was growing in its pot. Gently loosen any tightly packed roots, position the plant in the hole and backfill with soil. Firm gently and water thoroughly.

Watering

Water regularly while your snowberry establishes, particularly during dry weather. Once established, it will need less frequent watering, although an occasional thorough soak will help during prolonged dry spells.

Feeding

Apply a general-purpose fertiliser in spring if growth needs a boost. Adding a layer of garden compost or well-rotted organic matter around the base will also help retain moisture and improve the soil.

Light & Position

Plant Snowberry ‘Magical Sweet’ in full sun or partial shade. Choose a position where you can easily enjoy its colourful berry-covered stems from late summer onwards.

Soil

This accommodating shrub grows in chalk, clay, loam or sandy soils and is suitable for both well-drained and moist but well-drained ground. Avoid positions that remain permanently waterlogged.

Growing in Pots

‘Magical Sweet’ can also be grown in a large container. Choose a sturdy pot with good drainage and keep the compost regularly watered, particularly during warm, dry weather.

Bring Colour to Autumn Borders

Use ‘Magical Sweet’ to add soft pink colour as summer flowers begin to fade. Its berries look particularly effective alongside evergreens, ornamental grasses and plants with warm autumn foliage.

Grow in Borders or Pots

Plant it among other shrubs and perennials in a mixed border, or grow it in a large pot to bring late-season colour closer to the patio or entrance.

Create a Bigger Display

Grow as a single seasonal feature or repeat several plants through a larger border for an even stronger display of colourful berries.

Bring Colour to Autumn Borders

Use ‘Magical Sweet’ to add soft pink colour as summer flowers begin to fade. Its berries look particularly effective alongside evergreens, ornamental grasses and plants with warm autumn foliage.

Grow in Borders or Pots

Plant it among other shrubs and perennials in a mixed border, or grow it in a large pot to bring late-season colour closer to the patio or entrance.

Create a Bigger Display

Grow as a single seasonal feature or repeat several plants through a larger border for an even stronger display of colourful berries.

Potted Shrubs

Our shrubs are supplied in a range of pot sizes, from smaller 9cm pots through to larger specimens in 15 litre pots. The pot size refers to the container the plant is growing in rather than the overall height or spread of the plant.

What Will My Plant Look Like?

Plants are living products and their appearance naturally changes with the seasons. The height, shape, amount of foliage and stage of growth of the plant you receive may therefore differ from the photographs shown.

During spring and summer, plants may arrive in active growth, while those ordered later in the year may be changing colour, losing their leaves or entering dormancy. Deciduous shrubs can arrive with few or no leaves during autumn and winter. This is a normal part of their seasonal growth and they will produce fresh foliage when growth resumes.

Why Do Plants Vary in Size?

Even plants supplied in the same pot size can naturally vary in height, shape and fullness. Different varieties have different growth habits, and plants may also have been trimmed at the nursery to encourage healthy, well-branched growth. The eventual height and spread shown on the product page refers to the plant's mature size rather than the size you will receive.

When Your Plant Arrives

Unpack your shrub as soon as possible and check the compost, watering if it feels dry. If conditions are suitable, it can be planted into its final position. If you can't plant straight away, keep it in its pot in a sheltered position outdoors and water as needed to prevent the compost from drying out.

When Can I Plant?

Container-grown shrubs can be planted throughout the year when ground and weather conditions are suitable. Avoid planting into frozen or waterlogged ground, and take extra care with watering when planting during warm, dry weather.