General Description | This Shrub has shiny, deep green leaves that turn lovely shades of yellows, oranges and reds in autumn. Also, when its leaves fall it develops blooms that turn pale pink when they open. The blooms fade to white at the end of the flowering season. |
ID Characteristic | Oval shaped leaves with a glossy surface and blooms with a strong flowery scent. |
Shape | Vase shaped. |
Landscape | Used for winter interest, hedging, bordering and specimen planting. |
Propagation | Propagation by cuttings. Collect 2 types of cuttings from the shrub – softwood cuttings during the summer and hardwood cuttings during autumn. |
Cultivation | Grows easily in semi-shade, in average to rich soil. |
Pests | No serious pests or diseases. |
Notable Specimens | The A. M. (Mac) Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
Van Dusen Gardens, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |