The leaves are ovate, leathery, bluish-green, with new leaves appearing copper-red.
The flowers are small and dense, cross-shaped, orange-yellow, and bloom in clusters.
They have a rich, sweet fragrance and can be used to make floral tea. The flowering period lasts about half a month, concentrated around October in autumn.
This evergreen shrub grows to a height of 10-15 feet with a spread of 6-8 feet and has a slow growth rate. Pruning can help maintain the desired size.
It is compact and lush, thriving in full sun or partial shade, deer-resistant, and should avoid waterlogged conditions.
It is well-suited as a hedge or screen, planted near walkways, patios, or indoors.