Plant Habit: | Shrub |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic Dry Mesic Dry |
Soil pH Preferences: | Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 7b |
Plant Height: | 4 to 6 inches |
Plant Spread: | 24 to 36 inches |
Leaves: | Evergreen Broadleaf |
Fruit: | Showy Other: 1/4 inch red berries |
Fruiting Time: | Late summer or early fall |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | White |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer |
Uses: | Provides winter interest Groundcover |
Wildlife Attractant: | Birds |
Resistances: | Rabbit Resistant Drought tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Pollinators: | Midges Flies |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Tolerates poor soil |