From woodlands and streambanks of central China, this “lace-cap” is a mix of creams and whites a centerfroth of tiny cream-gold beads and white florets on the periphery that dangle upside down (like they’re jumping ship) wonderfully curious. Large, flat, heart-shaped leaves are, for the most part, held horizontally on this deciduous shrub. The dominant effect is soft,lush, and blousy.

Mature size: 9 ft T x W

Minimum temperature: -20 F