| 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 |
