Purple Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun to partial shade
• Best berry production in full sun
• Tolerates light shade, especially in hot climates

Bloom Time:

• Late spring to early summer
• Small, pink to lavender flowers appear in leaf axils

Size:

Height: 3 to 6 feet
Width: 4 to 6 feet

Attributes:

• Showy clusters of bright purple berries in fall
• Small, pinkish flowers attract pollinators
• Berries persist into winter and feed birds
• Graceful, arching form with soft green foliage
• Native to the southeastern U.S.

Care Tips:

• Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature
• Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage bushier growth
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Can be cut back hard in early spring to rejuvenate

Pest Watch:

• Generally pest- and disease-resistant
• Monitor for occasional leaf spot or mildew in humid conditions