- A distinctive deciduous hedge with five-lobed leaves
- Red-green leaves in spring and summer, maturing to a golden yellow in autumn. In spring small greenish-yellow flowers appear to attract the bees, followed by winged 'helicopter' fruits in autumn
- A great choice for a wildlife friendly hedge when planted as a single species or mixed with other native hedging
- A fully hardy, fast growing shrub which will reach a height of up to 8m but can easily be maintained at 1-5m
- RHS Plants for Pollinators - this plant has high value to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects
- RHS Award of Garden Merit