Sun: full sun to partial shade, can grow in deep shade but won't bloom well

Soil: adaptable to soil types and pHs

Growth rate: moderate (~1-2 ft/year)

Mature height: 12-20 ft tall

Mature spread: 6-15 ft wide

Landscape use: edible garden, pollinator garden, border/hedge, ornamental, stream restoration

Fruit: oval fruits that are showy and edible in early to mid fall, they begin green/yellow/red/pink and transition to blue/black

Flowers: star-shaped, pink/white/cream colored flowers formed in cymes (like Elderberry) that are fragrant and bloom in early spring

Fall color: exciting ranges of orange to red/burgundy and purple/lavender

Planting notes: drought tolerant, can be pruned to tree form, does well in urban conditions, known to be deer resistant

Seasonal interest: flowers in the spring and fruits + leaf color in the fall

Supporting wildlife: Host plant for Spring/Summer azure butterflies. Fruits eaten by songbirds, chipmunks, and more, including humans (raw or in jams)! Pollinated by bees, flies, and moths.