Evergreen shrub: Tolerates drought, deer, clay, gophers, coast & salt spray. Has small round green leaves, similar to a boxwood. Very dense growing. Good border, pot & hedge plant-good for clipping & pruning. Resistant to oak root fungus. Has purple berries after flowering. Attracts butterflies & hummers. Bloom time: spring-fall. Bloom color: creamy white. Ht: 2-4'. W: 2-4'. Sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z4-9.