Symphoricarpos doorenbosii 'Pinky Promise'

Symphoricarpos doorenbosii ‘Pinky Promise®’: Bubblegum-Pink Berries for Late-Season Colour

A Bloomin’ Easy® favourite for finishing the season with flair, Symphoricarpos doorenbosii ‘Pinky Promise®’ earns its name when late summer arrives and the branches fill with gumball-pink berries. The fruit sits beautifully against rich, mint-green foliage, creating a clean, cheerful look that stands out in mixed borders. Compact and mounded, it stays neat and easy to place, offering strong colour at a time when many shrubs are winding down. It is a simple, reliable way to add a bright pop to the late-season garden.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 60–90 cm
• Spread: 60–90 cm
• Flower Colour: Soft pink
• Flowering Period: Summer
• Foliage: Rich mint-green deciduous foliage
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; adaptable in average garden conditions

Uses and Benefits: ‘Pinky Promise®’ is ideal for shrub borders, foundation plantings, and mass plantings where berry colour can read clearly from a distance. Use it to extend interest into late summer and fall, especially in landscapes that need a stronger finish after peak bloom season. Its compact size makes it easy to layer in front of taller shrubs, and the bright berries add a playful, eye-catching detail along paths and near patios where they can be enjoyed up close.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun for the best berry display and densest habit. Water regularly during the first growing season, then water during prolonged dry periods to keep growth looking fresh. Mulch helps conserve moisture and reduces weed competition. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a tidy mound and encourage vigorous new shoots, and remove any weak or crowded stems to improve airflow.

History: ‘Pinky Promise®’ is a selected snowberry valued for its compact, mounded form and its standout late-season fruit display. Offered in the Bloomin’ Easy® collection, it was chosen to bring dependable garden performance with bold berry colour that arrives when many plantings need a lift.

Final Thoughts: When the garden starts to shift toward fall, ‘Pinky Promise®’ steps in with bright pink berries and a clean, compact habit, adding the kind of late-season colour that makes borders feel finished and full of life.