Growth in the 1st postfire year varies, but is generally considered to be good. Common snowberry is one of the first species to recolonize a postburn site.
New growth provides forage and often bears increased fruit crops.
Cover is provided for small wildlife species and lush vegetation can protect soil surfaces from splash erosion, but can also offer severe competition to new tree seedlings. In Saskatchewan, to burn common snowberry it is recommended waiting 4 days after heavy rains. It is capable of producing firebrand material.