Shrub: Evergreen border & woodland plant. Tolerates deer, drought & clay. The blue-black berries resemble mini grapes & makes great jelly. Has fragrant yellow flowers in spring-good cut flowers & attracts butterflies. This is a great sub for 'Compacta'-more reliable, better vigor & virus free. Ht: 2-3'. W: to 5'. Pt shade (full sun ok in cooler areas). Water: mod. USDA Z4.