An attractive bushy shrub that grows 4-6′ tall in the valley but up to 15′ tall on the coast, with shiny evergreen leaves that are green with hints of red. It has pink bell-shaped flowers in clusters of 3-10 and has deep purple berries that are edible, but musky in taste.
Plant Details
| Habitats | |
|---|---|
| Mature Height | 4 to 6' in the Valley. Grows to 12' on the coast. |
| Shade Preference |
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| Soil Tolerance | Moist, well-drained acidic soils |
| Special Uses | Attracts birds; Wildlife forage, cover and food; Ornamental; Deer resistant |
