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Callicarpa giraldii

Also Known As

  • Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii
  • Beautyberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10'
  • W: 8'

planting zones

  • 6a-8b

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Callicarpa giraldii plant details

Callicarpa giraldii is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with. In spring pink flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callicarpa giraldii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callicarpa giraldii

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This deciduous shrub will be 10' x 8'. The leaves are dark green to 7". Small pink flowers in 1" clusters appear in midsummer. Violet-purple fruit appear in autumn and persist all winter--absolutely stunning on the bare branches. In addition, the leaves turn shades of red and maroon in the fall.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Callicarpa giraldii plant

How to Grow Callicarpa giraldii

  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Fruit

    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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