| Plant Habit: | Shrub |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 7b -15 °C (5 °F) to -12.2 °C (10 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9b |
| Plant Height: | 12 to 36 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 12 to 36 inches |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Other: Purple with cranberry red tones. |
| Flowers: | Showy Blooms on old wood |
| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Flower Time: | Spring |
| Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Bees |
| Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
