Perennial: A good alternative for shrubs and ground covers. Compact & clumping. Sprays of bluish-purple flowers followed by purple berries in spring. Ideal for mass plantings. Good in containers. Performs well in heavy clay or sandy soils. Tolerates heavy frost, drought and hot and/or humid conditions. Evergreen till about 24 degrees. Full sun to part shade. Height: 1' x 1'. PP 18452