This attractive shrub is good for wildlife. Small bees, hoverflies, and many other insects are attracted to southern arrow-wood's creamy white flowers. Birds can find cover and build nests in the branches and will eat the 1/4 inch round berries from August through November. The pleated foliage can have a range of fall color from pinkish-yellow to orange, red, and burgandy. Deer may browse on twigs but normally prefer other food sources.

Uses: wildlife habitat, hedges, bees, butterflies

Bloom time: May - June

Height: 6 to 9 feet

Space: 5 to 8 feet

Sun: Sun to medium shade

Moisture: Average to moist