ORNAMENTAL
Zones 4 - 7
6'
 
In May, innumerable crimson buds open to dark purplish-red 1½" wide flowers that do not fade. The emerging sharp-toothed leaves, a deep red-purple when young, mature to a dark tawny green for the growing season. As fall approaches the foliage changes to an outstanding orange, a perfect foil for the ½" diameter, shiny, red to purple persistent fruit, a favorite of songbirds. A four-season plant, its dark red, cherry-like bark is prominent against the monotonous gray and white of winter. ORNAMENTAL