The inflorescences are morphologically intermediate between the parental species and the plants are fertile, producing many short racemes of attractive, red fruits. The shrubs have compact form with a mature height of approximately 1 meter. Probable hardiness USDA Zone 3. Named for magnificent fruiting in September to October, not many other fruiting shrubs come close to being as spectacular. When used in massing, this shrub provides interest throughout the growing season.
Leaves are medium green and borne in one plane along the stem.
Branches are long, slender, and arching. Flowering may extend from June to August, providing a pleasing display of pinkish lavender cymes. D.C. Probable hardiness USDA Zone 5a. Winter dieback may be experienced at 5a, but has not detracted from its performance. Russian peashrub, native from southern Russia to Siberia, is worthy of greater use in the upper Midwest and Great Plants.