DOG HOBBLE

Leucothoe axillaris

3 to 4 feet

Medium rate of growth

Partial shade to full shade

Prefers damp, well-drained acid soils

Zones 6 to 8

A low, suckering or layering shrub which creates

large thickets in suitable locations;

with leathery, shiny green leaves and

 long clusters of white, bell-shaped flowers.

Useful along stream banks or low areas.