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The Callicarpa dichotoma is commonly referred to as the Purple Beautyberry or simply Beautyberry. It has slender, arching branches that dip downward. Small, pinkish-lavender flowers bloom along the stems in summer and are followed by clusters of shiny, lilac-violet fruits which ripen in September. It is a small, compact, deciduous shrub that only grows to about 4 feet tall and wide.
The Beautyberry is easy to grow and maintain. It enjoys full to part sun in average, well-drained soils. Best fruiting occurs in full sun. Pruning may be performed in late winter to early spring to encourage compact growth and fruiting.
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KEY: con = containers - available now Galena = Above ground and available now Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop. Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange). Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)
CALLICARPA VARIETIES
Callicarpa Varieties: Callicarpa bodinier (Profusion Beautyberry) Bodinier's Beautyberry is from China and is an upright deciduous shrub with greater cold tolerance than the Callicarpa americana (Zones 5-8) and features pale pink flower clusters from June to August on new growth. Vibrant, deep purple berries appear after, along the entire length of its arching stems, and ripen in fall. Leaves mature to light yellow and fall before the berries. Berries persist until early winter and are a great source of food for many bird species. It is larger than the Callicarpa dichotoma and reaches 6-7 feet tall and wide. It is self-fertile and does not require a pollinator.
Callicarpa dichotoma (Purple Beautyberry) Callicarpa dichotoma is from China. It is a smaller, rounded, and more compact deciduous shrub that has greater cold tolerance than Callicarpa americana (Zones 5-8). It is smaller than Callicarpa bodinier with a height and spread of just 4 foot. It bears pink flowers and bright purple fruit. Leaves mature to light yellow and fall before the berries. Berries persist until early winter and are a great source of food for many bird species. It is self-fertile and does not require a pollinator.
To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining, fertile soil in a location that receives full sun to partial shade, as sufficient light exposure is essential for maximizing the vibrant berry display later in the season. These shrubs are adaptable to a range of soil types but require consistent moisture during the first year of establishment to ensure long-term vigor. Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins, as flowers and fruit are produced on new wood, allowing you to control the plant size and stimulate strong, fruit-bearing stems. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture, keeping it away from the crown to prevent stem rot.
