Overview
Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR) is a bushy, suckering shrubs in the genus Symphoricarpos, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa' PBR) is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the Symphoricarpos genus, known for its bushy, suckering growth habit. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for fertile, well-drained conditions. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and suitable for cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens. Interest in this plant spans spring and summer, aligning with the genus's characteristic small, bell-shaped flowers and clusters of berries.
About the genus
Symphoricarpos is a small genus of about 15 species of deciduous shrubs in the family Caprifoliaceae. With the exception of the Chinese coralberry, S.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Symphoricarpos
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy, Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR)
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings in summer, Hardwood cuttings in autumn, Rooted suckers in autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR)?
Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR) need?
Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Symphoricarpos Magical Milky Way ('Kolmawiwa'PBR)?
Softwood cuttings in summer, Hardwood cuttings in autumn, Rooted suckers in autumn.
More in the Symphoricarpos genus
- Symphoricarpos Magical Autumn Blush ('Kolmagablus'PBR)
- Symphoricarpos Symphony Rumble ('Gr16pu') (Symphony Series)snowberry 'Symphony Rumble'
- Symphoricarpos x chenaultii Fiesta Berry ('Rant02')