| Shape | Loose, broad rounded and upright. |
| Landscape | Borders, foundations and hedges. |
| Cultivation | Full sun and partial-shade. Average, medium moisture and well-drained soil. Prefers acidic, organically rich loams. Drought tolerant. |
| Pests | No insects or diseases but is listed as an invasive species in some states. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Flower/Leaf Bud Description | Flower buds resemble white pearls. |
| Leaf Description | Narrow, elliptic to oblong leaves that are 7 - 8 cm long. |
| Flower Description | 6 - 10 flowered racemes, 3 - 4 cm wide, are 5-petaled and cup-shaped. Flowers give way to seeds. |
| Fruit Description | Dehiscent seed capsules. |
| Colour Description | The seeds are brown. The flowers are white. The leaves are green. |
