Exochorda x macrantha 39the bride39 lives up to it39s common name of 39pearl bush39 as this elegant deciduous shrub cloaks it39s arching branches in flawless white flowers that drown out the light green foliage in a head45turning display during autumn the interest switches to the leaves which turn to warm shades of red and gold this particular variety 39the bride39 is a worthy holder of an rhs agm award and will make a great addition to garden borders or the edges