Purpureus is a compact shrub with foliage similar to holly. Its leaves are a beautiful dark purple, bronze when young that turn a deep green as they mature. In summer and again in autumn small, white flowers appear.  

At a glance:

Evergreen foliage

Small white flowers appear in summer and again in autumn

Full sun/partial shade

Well drained fertile soil

Hardy

Will reach a height of 4m and a spread of 2.5m over 10-20 years