An erect shrub with blue-green leaves, sharply toothed. Highly fragrant pale yellow flowers late autumn to early spring followed by purple-blue berries. Height and Spread 1.5m x 2m.  Any rich, well drained soil in full shade or partial shade. A very useful shrub for areas where others would struggle, such as slopes, banks, areas with root completion or can be used for security. Excellent for winter interest and a vital source of pollen and nectar for bees.