High wildlife rating. Growth rate is moderate. Leaves turn orange-red in fall. Prefers rich soil with ample moisture, full sun or shade. Covered with white flowers in early spring before leafing out.
Fruit is edible blue-black berry, ripening in mid summer.
Shade tolerant, but prefers full sun. Moderate growth rate. Noted for showy, fragrant, usually purple flowers. Prefer full sun. Flowers similar to Common lilac, except blooming later.