Proud Berry® Coralberry

Symphoricarpos sp. 'Sophie' PP21226

Proven Winners®

Extended Fall Color with Florist-Quality Coral Berries Perfect for Seasonal Arrangements
Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 3-7
Grows 3-4 ft Tall, 1-4 ft Wide
Native, Pollinator-Friendly Shrub
Showy Pink Blooms From Early Summer to Late Summer

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Aim for full sun with at least six hours of direct exposure to ensure the heaviest crop of pink berries. While it handles partial shade well, fewer hours of sun usually results in a looser shape and less intense fruit color.
Soil: This shrub is highly adaptable and thrives in most soil types, including tough clay or rocky ground. If you have very sandy soil, mix in some organic compost at planting time to help the ground hold onto moisture and nutrients.

Watering Requirements

During the first year, water your Coralberry deeply twice a week to help the roots dive deep into the soil. Once the plant is established, it becomes quite drought tolerant and only needs supplemental water during long dry spells. If you notice the berries looking shriveled in late summer, it is a sign the plant needs a deep soak to finish developing its fruit.

Pruning Tips

Since this variety blooms on new wood, you should prune it in late winter or very early spring before you see any green growth. Cut the entire shrub back by about one third of its height to stimulate the fresh, vigorous stems that will carry the flowers and berries. Think of this annual trim as a haircut that keeps the plant's energy focused on producing a dense, tidy frame rather than getting leggy.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring as soon as the ground thaws to support the upcoming growing season. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers in the late summer or fall. Excessive nitrogen late in the year triggers soft, leafy growth that will not have time to harden off before the first freeze, leaving the plant vulnerable to winter dieback.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

Shipping Rates

Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

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With the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Proud Berry® Coralberry (Symphoricarpos sp. 'Sophie' PP21226) the berries just keep rollin' on all fall! This great shrub not only fills your garden with beauty from spring to fall, but it also fills your vases with florist-quality greenery and berry branches all autumn too!

Spring starts with pink blossoms that gradually fade to white and will be accented by the bees and butterflies that flock to these blooms! Coralberry then grows beautifully arching blue-green stems and foliage all three growing seasons and adds garden interest all year. But, come fall when the pretty pink flowers have busted out into scads of almost fluorescent pink berries, you'll be singing "Proud Berry keep on burnin'!" at the top of your lungs!

Proud Berry® is a type of Snowberry from Proven Winners® ColorChoice® that is great year-round but its interest really peaks when other plants in your garden are winding down for the year. These berries fill that quiet transition time from summer to fall. The berries last deep into winter and the birds love them! All winter you'll enjoy the cascading stems beneath their burden of snow.

Planting and Application:

This healthy plant is also a little more compact than native Snowberry, so it fits in well with already existing plantings. Bred for the floral industry, Proud Berry® bushes are easy to cultivate and have a long vase life too! No need to work hard for florist quality cuts!

These colorful shrubs are ideal backdrops and garden accents, and even look great spilling over the edges of large planters and retaining walls! Easy care enough to use as mass plantings, and adding pops of fall color to mixed shrub borders, or filling in the more dappled or shaded locations around your landscape! Prune smaller for a tidy accent in a pot or patio planter.

Plant in rows for low hedges and privacy or in pinpoint groupings for wildlife, ornamental interest and screening, their love of moisture makes them ideal for Rain gardens and for use around water features. The bright pink plump berries will certainly be a conversation starter - indoors in vases or outdoors on the shrub or in outdoor planter displays! Line or dot a few among your home's foundation plantings for a unique focal point!

Bright Pink Plump Ornamental Berries
Blue Green Stems & Foliage
Highly Ornamental Four-Season Interest
Bird-Friendly & Great in Floral Design
Compact & Easy Care Native Cultivar, Low Hedges, Backdrops & Specimens

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Snowberry bush varieties do best in full sun to part sun in the cooler of its favored USDA growing zones 3-7, and appreciate afternoon shade or partial sun in the warmer climates. Provide a moderately moist soil of any kind, so long as it is also well-drained. These are highly adaptable and moderate growers for easy, low-maintenance care! Blooming on new wood, prune in the very early spring before new growth emerges, or renewal prune by cutting out a third of the oldest, fattest, and least productive branches from the base of the plant.

Full Sun & Partial Shade
Prune Early Spring When Dormant
Moderate Moisture
Year-Round Interest
Appreciates Arborist Mulch

Make sure that you order more than one because you don't want to lose one minute of sleep worrying about the way things might have been! The Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Proud Berry® Coralberry will 'keep on turning' your garden into a beautiful fall retreat! Order yours today from NatureHills.com!

Botanical Name

Symphoricarpos sp. 'Sophie' PP21226
Class

Magnoliopsida
Species

sp.
Cultivar

Sophie
Growing Zones

3-7
Height

3-4 ft
Width

1-4 ft
Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color

Pink
Leaf Color

Green
Native

Yes
Bloom Period

Early Summer, Late Summer
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AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones is Proud Berry® Coralberry suitable for?

Proud Berry® Coralberry thrives in USDA hardiness zones 2-9, making it suitable for most North American climates. This cold-hardy shrub handles harsh winters while producing vibrant pink berries that persist through the season. Plant in fall or early spring for best establishment.

What is the mature height and width of Proud Berry® Coralberry?

Proud Berry® Coralberry reaches 3-4 feet tall and wide at maturity. This compact shrub is smaller than native snowberry, making it perfect for existing plantings and containers. You can prune it smaller for patio planters or let it reach full size for hedging and mass plantings available at naturehills.com.

Does Proud Berry® Coralberry grow well in partial shade or full sun?

Proud Berry® Coralberry thrives in both partial shade and full sun conditions. This adaptable shrub is specifically noted for filling in dappled or shaded locations around landscapes. Plant it in any light condition from full sun to partial shade for reliable performance.

How do I prune Proud Berry® Coralberry, and when is the best time?

Prune Proud Berry® Coralberry in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This shrub blooms on new wood, so early pruning won't affect flower and berry production. Remove about one-third of the oldest canes annually to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.

Is Proud Berry® Coralberry deer resistant?

Proud Berry® Coralberry has moderate deer resistance, though hungry deer may browse it during harsh winters. The abundant pink berries and foliage are less appealing to deer than many other shrubs. Plant in mixed borders with more deer-resistant companions for best results, available at naturehills.com.

What soil types does Proud Berry® Coralberry tolerate best?

Proud Berry® Coralberry adapts to various soil types but prefers consistently moist conditions. Its tolerance for moisture makes it excellent for rain gardens and areas with natural drainage issues. Plant in well-draining soil that retains some moisture for best berry production.

How much water does Proud Berry® Coralberry need after planting?

Water newly planted Proud Berry® Coralberry deeply 2-3 times per week for the first month. This shrub loves moisture and will establish faster with consistent watering. Once established, it's quite drought tolerant but performs best with regular water during dry spells.

When will my Proud Berry® Coralberry produce pink berries?

Proud Berry® Coralberry produces its signature fluorescent pink berries in fall after the spring flowers fade. The berries develop from the pink-to-white spring blooms and persist deep into winter. Plant now for berry production in the first fall season.

How is Proud Berry® Coralberry shipped, and what is the plant size?

Proud Berry® Coralberry ships as a young nursery plant ready for immediate planting. This compact shrub arrives smaller than native Snowberry varieties, making it perfect for existing garden spaces. Plant in spring for best establishment, and you'll have florist-quality berry branches by fall.

What is the warranty or guarantee if my Proud Berry® Coralberry arrives damaged?

Nature Hills stands behind all plants with a one-year guarantee from purchase date. If your Proud Berry® Coralberry arrives damaged or fails to establish, you're covered for replacement. Contact customer service immediately upon arrival for damaged shipments.