Evergreen shrub: Tolerant of drought, deer, clay, gophers, coast & salt spray. Good border, container & hedge plant-good for clipping & responds well to pruning. Resistant to oak root fungus. Has bluish-purple fruit. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Blooms: spring. Color: creamy white. Ht: to 6'. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z4-9.