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Plant Care
American beautyberry
(Callicarpa americana)
Also Known As
American beautyberry, Beautyberry, French mulberry
About This Plant
Callicarpa americana is a deciduous shrub with an upright, open-branched habit that typically grows to 3-6' tall and as wide. It is best known for its showy violet fruits which appear in late summer to early fall, and its attractive foliage of ovate, toothed, dark green leaves which turn yellow in autumn.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
3-6 feet (0.91-1.83 meters) tall and wide
Light Requirements
Callicarpa americana prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate shade but may produce fewer flowers and fruits.
Humidity Needs
It prefers moderate to high humidity.
Fertilizing Schedule
It does not require much fertilization. A balanced fertilizer once a year in the spring is sufficient.
Pruning Guidelines
Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring before new growth appears. It can be pruned to maintain shape or to remove dead or diseased wood.
Common Pests and Diseases
Callicarpa americana is relatively pest-free, but it can be susceptible to scale insects, spider mites, and Japanese beetles.
Indoor Size Range
Does not grow well indoors
Watering Schedule
It prefers moist, well-drained soil, but can tolerate short periods of drought once established.
Temperature Range
It is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 10 and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°F (-23°C).
Growing Season
The growing season for Callicarpa americana is from spring to fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Callicarpa americana is easy to grow and requires minimal maintenance.
USDA Hardiness Zones
6 to 10
Did You Know?
Callicarpa americana has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, rheumatism, and colic.
