Plant Habit: | Shrub Tree |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 8b -9.4 °C (15 °F) to -6.7 °C (20 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
Plant Height: | 6 to 18 feet |
Leaves: | Evergreen Broadleaf Other: New growth is dark purple in color, maturing to dark green. |
Fruit: | Showy Edible to birds Other: Small, round purple drupes. |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Underground structures: | Taproot |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge |
Wildlife Attractant: | Birds |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |