This shrub is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.

• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: moderately-fertile, moist but well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: July to October
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Masses of small, bright yellow flowers appear from July to October, and are followed by red berries that ripen to near-black. These are excellent for cutting and adding to flower arrangements. An upright deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub, the normally dark green leaves emerge each spring flushed with red. An attractive small shrub that is perfect for a sunny or partially shady spot out of cold, drying winds.
  
  
• Garden care: After flowering lightly trim back shoots that spoil the symmetry of the plant. After pruning apply a generous 5-7cm mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base of the plant.