Rhodotypos scandens Black Jetbead

Black jetbead is a durable yet seldom encountered small deciduous shrub native to Japan and central China. Many large 1-2" white flowers appear from the arching twigs throughout May and June. Flowers are followed by clusters of black, bead-like fruit at branch end. Displays excellent adaptability to nearly all growing conditions including dry shade and soils with poor fertility. Plants will never steal the show but are certainly a welcome companion plant or addition to that garden corner.