About

A deciduous shrub or small tree to about 4m from western China with pinnate leaves, small, white flowers in simple or compound umbels in spring, and small, dark berries. A graceful Eleutherococcus for a sheltered, woodland garden.

About the genus

A genus of around 40 species of low-growing, creeping perennials, native to marshy areas of the Himalayas, with dark green foliage. Flowers range from white to purple-blue, appearing from late spring to early summer

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.