Description
S. humilis – S. hookeriana var. humilis – This low spreading clump forming evergreen shrub, spreads by suckers, is form Western China and grows 18″ tall and 3′ feet wide.From erect shoots it carries oblong, glossy, dark green leaves, to 3″ long.In early spring, bears cluster of honey scented, pink tinged, tiny white flowers, the males with pink anthers.In fall it produces spherical, dark blue-black fruit, 1/4″ across.Superb for deep shade.
Grow in neutral to slightly alkaline, moderately fertile, humus rich, moist, well drained soil in deep or partial shade.Full sun is tolerated if soil remains moist, otherwise, the leaves will go off color and the plant will loose vigor.Tolerates neglect and air pollution.
Zones 6-9
