Glory bush

A stunning fast-growing deciduous shrub that boasts deep purple-flushed new growth and masses of heavenly scented white flowers in early summer. In Autumn, the flowers turn into pearlescent, jewel-like glossy-blue fruit backed by equally attractive red bracts. Clerodendrum trichotomum Purple Blaze grows best in full sun or part shade, in rich moist soil.

Site: Requires some shelter
Soil: Any well-drained soil
Position: Full sun, some shade
Season of Interest: Summer flowers, Autumn berries
Hardiness: Hardy
Height: 7-10ft (2-3m) Spread: 6ft (1.8m)