Beautyberry

Callicarpa Bodinieri

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Overview

The Beautyberry, Callicarpa bodinieri, is a deciduous shrub boasting clusters of vibrant purple berries in fall, after delicate pink flowers in summer. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it reaches up to 6 ft in height and spread. Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, it requires well-drained soil. Prune in late winter to maintain shape. Its striking berries attract birds, adding dynamic life to the landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — is a striking deciduous shrub known for its vibrant display of purple berries in late summer and fall

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — This plant typically reaches a mature height of 3 to 6 feet and spreads out 3 to 5 feet

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — Prune in late winter to maintain shape

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — is a deciduous shrub boasting clusters of vibrant purple berries in fall

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — after delicate pink flowers in summer

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it reaches up to 6 ft in height and spread

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, it requires well-drained soil

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–12 Ft.
Mature width: 6–12 Ft.

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — is a striking deciduous shrub known for its vibrant display of purple berries in late summer and fall

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — This plant typically reaches a mature height of 3 to 6 feet and spreads out 3 to 5 feet

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — Prune in late winter to maintain shape

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — is a deciduous shrub boasting clusters of vibrant purple berries in fall

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — after delicate pink flowers in summer

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it reaches up to 6 ft in height and spread

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, it requires well-drained soil

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — Its striking berries attract birds, adding dynamic life to the landscape

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — commonly referred to as Beautyberry

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — allowing it to serve as a stunning focal point or accent within a mixed border

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — requiring minimal attention once established

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — it's worth noting to the client that Callicarpa bodinieri is relatively low-maintenance

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — Regular pruning in late winter can enhance the shrub's form and promote vigorous growth

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — and can attract birds and beneficial wildlife to their garden

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — preferring a sunny to part shade location with well-drained soil

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — the Beautyberry boasts small pink to light purple flowers in summer

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — which are quite subtle when compared to the dramatic show of clustered

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — These berry clusters encircle the stems

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — it is recommended to plant the Beautyberry in full sun

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — glossy berries that follow

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — pink and purple flowers in the garden

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — shrub for full or half

Beautyberry (Callicarpa Bodinieri) — shrub with pink and purple blooms

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