Most commonly used as a screen plant. Can be used as border or background plant. Makes excellent espalier. Moderate to fast growth to 10-15 feet, spreading wider. Leaves are glossy dark green above, and lighter underneath.
New growth is bright bronzy red.
White lacy flower clusters appear in early spring and attract birds. Susceptible to fireblight, Texas root rot, chlorosis and aphids. Prune in late winter but do not shape into formal hedge.