Deciduous shrub: Drought & deer resistant. A cross between B. thunbergii & B. koreana, exhibiting the best of both worlds - a broad rounded habit & excellent winter hardiness! Great hedge or border plant. Leaves emerge yellowish in spring, mature to dark green in summer, then turn red in fall, followed by showy red berries. Growth: 3-5' x 3-5'. Bloom time: mid spring. Bloom color: yellow. Exp.: sun/light shade. Water: mod. USDA Z4.