![]() The leaves turn pale chartreuse before dropping in the fall. The berries turn purple or white, depending on cultivar, in late August as they mature. ![]() Clusters of small, lavender-pink blossoms followed by clusters of green berries are produced on the new growth at each leaf axil from June through August. All four species previously listed have purple berries, but cultivars are available within each species that produce white berries. The most appealing feature of this plant is the abundant and very showy clusters of purple or white berries produced in late summer and fall. The shrubs develop a cascading or weeping effect as they mature. Plants grow naturally in light to moderate shade, but can be planted in full sun for maximum flowering and berry production when adequate moisture is available. The ideal soil is fertile, loose and well drained, although beautyberry will tolerate most soil conditions. Shrub size can be controlled with yearly pruning. Growth Rate /Growing Conditionsīeautyberries are long-lived shrubs that grow at a moderate to rapid rate depending on the species and growing conditions. Leaves are smaller, and the nodes are closer together resulting in a more compact plant that is 3-5 feet in height and width. dichotoma) is slightly smaller in stature. Generally, these shrub species develop a rounded shape with long, arching branches and light green foliage. James Hodges, ©2009 Clemson Extension Mature Height/SpreadĪmerican beautyberry and Japanese beautyberry grow 4 to 6 feet tall and wide, but can reach 8 to10 feet under favorable growing conditions. Berries have matured and turned purple before the leaves are shed. This particular variety is an interspecific hybrid.Callicarpa americana – Beautyberry grows well in light shade such as under pine trees along this fence line. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under average home landscape conditions. This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front, and is suitable for planting under power lines. Pearl Glam® Beautyberry will grow to be about 5 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 4 feet. ![]() Pearl Glam® Beautyberry is recommended for the following landscape applications It has no significant negative characteristics. This shrub will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition. ![]() Pearl Glam® Beautyberry is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with a shapely form and gracefully arching branches. The fuzzy pointy leaves do not develop any appreciable fall color. It has white trumpet-shaped flowers along the branches from mid to late summer, which are interesting on close inspection. It features an abundance of magnificent violet berries from early to late fall. Pearl Glam® Beautyberry is primarily grown for its highly ornamental fruit. Showy dark purple foliage starting in spring contrasts white flowers in late summer, followed by volumes of spectacular violet-purple berries in fall can be pruned back to the ground in spring as it blooms on new wood
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