Lonicera pileata (Privet Honeysuckle)

Lonicera pileata, commonly known as Privet Honeysuckle, is a spreading shrub native to China. It features small, glossy, dark green leaves that remain evergreen in mild climates. This shrub produces small, fragrant cream-colored flowers in late spring, which are followed by small purple-black berries. It is a versatile plant that can be used as a groundcover, in hedges, or as an accent plant.