Callicarpa americana / AMERICAN BEAUTYBERRY
Callicarpa americana, commonly known as American Beautyberry, is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its vibrant, purplish-pink berries that form in large clusters along the branches in late summer and fall, creating a striking display. Its medium to large, lance-shaped leaves have a rich green color and provide a dense, textured backdrop to the bold fruit. This adaptable shrub thrives in well-drained soil and partial to full sun, making it a great addition to garden borders, woodland edges, or naturalized areas. The berries attract a variety of wildlife, including birds and small mammals, adding ecological value to any garden. With its eye-catching fruit, attractive foliage, and easy care, American Beautyberry is a beautiful and functional addition to any landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - lavender pink
· HEIGHT - 4-8 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 6-10
Callicarpa americana, commonly known as American Beautyberry, is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its vibrant, purplish-pink berries that form in large clusters along the branches in late summer and fall, creating a striking display. Its medium to large, lance-shaped leaves have a rich green color and provide a dense, textured backdrop to the bold fruit. This adaptable shrub thrives in well-drained soil and partial to full sun, making it a great addition to garden borders, woodland edges, or naturalized areas. The berries attract a variety of wildlife, including birds and small mammals, adding ecological value to any garden. With its eye-catching fruit, attractive foliage, and easy care, American Beautyberry is a beautiful and functional addition to any landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - lavender pink
· HEIGHT - 4-8 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 6-10
Callicarpa americana, commonly known as American Beautyberry, is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its vibrant, purplish-pink berries that form in large clusters along the branches in late summer and fall, creating a striking display. Its medium to large, lance-shaped leaves have a rich green color and provide a dense, textured backdrop to the bold fruit. This adaptable shrub thrives in well-drained soil and partial to full sun, making it a great addition to garden borders, woodland edges, or naturalized areas. The berries attract a variety of wildlife, including birds and small mammals, adding ecological value to any garden. With its eye-catching fruit, attractive foliage, and easy care, American Beautyberry is a beautiful and functional addition to any landscape.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - lavender pink
· HEIGHT - 4-8 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 6-10
