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Callicarpa dichotoma 'Winterthur'

Also Known As

  • Winterthur Beautyberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Callicarpa dichotoma 'Winterthur' plant details

Callicarpa dichotoma 'Winterthur' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Callicarpa dichotoma 'Winterthur'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, fall color, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Callicarpa dichotoma 'Winterthur'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This delightful miniaturized version of Beautyberry (to only 4', rather than 8'), has similar white summer flowers followed by a multitude of bright violet-purple berries ("jewels for an empress") lasting well into winter. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Callicarpa dichotoma 'Winterthur' plant

How to Grow Callicarpa dichotoma 'Winterthur'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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