Area of origin: Europe, temperate Asia.
Adult Dimensions: Height up to 0.75m, width up to 0.75m (2,5').
Foliage: Deciduous.
Soil Type: All.
Hardiness: Hardy to -25°C.
Exposure: Full sun.
Plantation density: 3 / m².
Properties and uses:
The leaves are hairy when young and then become smooth and shiny dark green and hairy underneath. The branches are brown-grey. This rambling little bush is an excellent ground cover and is used for creating low hedges, planting on banks and alongside waterways in dry areas.