A dense, medium-sized evergreen shrub, with dark glossy green, broadly oblong, sparsely-spined leaves, and drooping racemes of rich orange flowers, tinged red in bud, followed by blue-black berries. 
Good for pollinators
RHS garden merit
 
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metres
 
Ultimate spread
1.5–2.5 metre
 
Position
Full sun
Partial shade
 
Aspect
South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered 
 
Hardiness ratings
H5