D. lanceolata orMountain pepperis a dense, upright, evergreen tree or shrub with dark red shoots, leathery, lance-shaped, glossy, dark green leaves, clusters of fragrant, pale yellow or white flowers in mid- and late spring and spherical, black fruit in autumn.

Height & Spread: 4 x 2.5 m

Position:Partial shade

Soil: Moist but well-drained, Acid

Flowering season: Spring

Uses: Coastal, Cottage garden, Mediterranean, Courtyard, Hedging, Borders