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Hardiness Zones: 7
to 9 |
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Habit: Evergreen |
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Growth Rate: Slow
to moderate |
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Site Requirements: Sun
to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil; needs excellent
drainage |
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Height: 3
to 4 feet |
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Width: 2
to 4 feet |
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Texture: Medium |
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Form: Rounded,
densely-branched mound |
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Flower/Fruit: Rosy
purple buds open rose pink; flowers in late winter to early
spring; fragrant; seldomly produces red fruit |
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Foliage: Alternate,
simple, leathery, shiny dark green leaves; 1.5 to 3.5"
long; pointed and tapered at each end |
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Comments: Tends
to be short-lived |
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Cultivars: Variegata |
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