Family Rhamnaceae
Originating from New Zealand

A fast growing evergreen shrub or tree densely covered with small glossy dark purple to bronze wavy margined leaves. In mid to late spring tight clusters of rich blue flowers are produced in profusion.
Grow in full sun in a sheltered position in moist well drained soil. Tolerates chalk based soils.

Eventual mature plant size :
Height 1.5-2.5m
Spread 1.5-2.5m