Look out your window in any season and this small, well-behaved shrub will reward you with color and structure every time. The heavy fragrance of its white clusters of flowers greets a gardener in May and June, then the glossy green leaves of summer turn into an incredible blend of reds, oranges and golds in fall. Plant it in full sun for even more intense color. This low maintenance shrub will fill out a back border and gives structure to the winter garden. ‘Henry’s Garnet’ is a tried-and-true cultivar that won’t disappoint.
Conditions: Full sun to part shade; medium to wet, well-drained acidic soil
Size: 3’-4’ tall; 4’-6’ wide
Zone: 5 - 9
Wildlife Value: Flowers attract butterflies, hummingbirds and pollinators
Photos: Samantha Nestory