Dichroa febrifuga fragrant foliage Thanks to Tony Avent of

Thanks to Tony Avent of Plant Delights Nursery for use of his photo of mature plant

FORM:  peony

FLOWER:  coral red

tardily deciduous leaves

Dichroa febrifuga fragrant foliage Thanks to Tony Avent ofDichroa febrifuga ( blue evergreen hydrangea, Chinese quinine) is a small evergreen shrub that produces blue (lavender) and white flowers during the summer and if pollinated will produce stunning blue berries. Dichroa febrifuga is closely related to Hydrangea and prefers similar growing conditions. Best in moisture retaining, but well drained soil. Dichroa febrifuga is best grown where protected from extreme cold it is an evergreen but can recover