Melinda Myers

Black Jetbead

Botanical Name

Rhodotypos scandens

Hardiness

Zones 4 to 8

Height

3 to 6 feet

Width

4 to 9 feet

Flowers

Late spring: white

Fruit

Black drupe, persist

Light

Full sun to shade

Soil

Average, well-drained

Planting & Care

• Easily transplanted
• Very tolerant of pollution and a variety of soil conditions
• Good for shady areas

Problems

None serious