'Kesselringii' is a vigorous deciduous shrub forming a thicket of upright dark red shoots which become blackish-purple in winter, with oval leaves turning red and purple in autumn; small cream flowers are followed by white berries.
Site & Soil: Plant in most soils in sun or partial shade.
Hardiness: Hardy in the severest European continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK.
Eventual Height & Spread: 2.5m x 2.5m.