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Plant Care
Purple beautyberry
(Callicarpa dichotoma)
Also Known As
Purple beautyberry, Beautyberry
About This Plant
Callicarpa dichotoma is a deciduous shrub that is native to China, Korea, and Japan. It can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall and wide, with a rounded shape and arching branches. The leaves are ovate and serrated, with a dark green color that turns yellow in the fall. The flowers are small and pinkish-purple, blooming in late summer to early fall. The fruit is a cluster of shiny, bright purple berries that persist into winter, making it a popular choice for winter interest in the garden.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
6-10 feet (1.8-3 meters) tall and wide
Light Requirements
Callicarpa dichotoma prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade, but too much shade can result in leggy growth and reduced fruiting.
Humidity Needs
This plant does not have any specific humidity requirements.
Fertilizing Schedule
This plant does not require much fertilizer, but a balanced fertilizer can be applied in the spring to promote growth and fruiting.
Pruning Guidelines
Pruning should be done in late winter to early spring before new growth appears. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size, and to remove any dead or damaged branches.
Common Pests and Diseases
This plant is relatively pest and disease-free, but it can be susceptible to scale insects and spider mites.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
This plant requires regular watering, especially during the first year after planting. Once established, it can tolerate some drought but will produce more fruit with regular watering.
Temperature Range
Callicarpa dichotoma is hardy in USDA zones 5-8 and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.
Growing Season
Callicarpa dichotoma blooms from late summer to early fall, and the fruit persists into winter.
Growing Difficulty Level
Callicarpa dichotoma is considered an easy plant to grow, as it is relatively low-maintenance and tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions.
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 5-8
Did You Know?
The bright purple berries of Callicarpa dichotoma are not edible for humans, but they are a favorite food of birds and other wildlife. In fact, the plant is sometimes called 'beautyberry' because of the beauty of the berries and the birds they attract.
