Origin: Central China. Large erect
shrub, often multi-stemmed, or small
deciduous tree, with branches that
droop gracefully at the ends. Lovely
foliage, with bright green lanceolate
leaflets that turn deep red in autumn.
White flowers in dense panicles in May-
June, followed by shiny white fruits.
Likes fertile, loose, slightly chalky soils.
Withstands pollution.