Live Purple American Beautyberry (Callicarpa) Bush | 1-2 ft Starter Plant | Edible Berries, Wildlife Attractant, Drought-Tolerant
$82.50
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Bring vibrant color and wildlife to your garden with the Purple American Beautyberry (Callicarpa) bush. Known for its bright purple berries in fall, this 1-2 ft starter plant is low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and perfect for relaxed landscaping. Edible berries for making jelly!
Plant Type: American Beautyberry (Callicarpa), also known as French Mulberry or Indian Paint Bush
Growth Size: Reaches up to 3-6 feet tall at maturity; shipped as a 1-2 ft bare-root starter plant
Light Needs: Thrives in full sun to partial shade
Seasonal Interest: Bright purple berries in fall; dormant (no leaves) in winter
Wildlife Benefits: Attracts butterflies, songbirds, and other pollinators
Edible Features: Berries are perfect for making jellies or jams
Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA zones 6-10
Growth Rate: Very fast-growing and easy to maintain
Watering Needs: Drought-tolerant once established
Special Features: Low-maintenance, ornamental shrub with a relaxed, natural look
Common Name: American Beautyberry, French Mulberry, Indian Paint Bush
Scientific Name: Callicarpa
Soil Requirements: Adapts to a wide variety of soil types; prefers well-drained soil
Plant Form: Bush/Shrub
Foliage Type: Deciduous; green foliage turns yellow before falling in winter
Uses: Ideal for naturalized areas, wildlife gardens, or relaxed landscaping
Shipping Details: Shipped bare root; approximately 1-2 ft tall starter plant
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Live Purple American Beautyberry (Callicarpa) Bush | 1-2 ft Starter Plant | Edible Berries, Wildlife Attractant, Drought-Tolerant
$82.50