Seedling from Clarissa x Henry Turnbull. Vigorous, upright, evergreen shrub, valued for rich foliage and single white flowers for several weeks. Prefers sheltered site, sunny or shade, and any well drained neutral/acid soil. From Stonehurst
Hardy in a sheltered site in most UK, Coastal France and northern Italy and Pacific Northwest gardens, but may be damaged in severest winters. Often early into flower and growth.