Callicarpa americana

American Beautyberry

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Native SE US deciduous shrub, famous for vibrant purple berries in autumn/winter. Small white spring blooms, olive leaves. Tolerates moist to dry soil conditions well.
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Plant Details

Common Name American Beautyberry
Family Adoxaceae
Genus Callicarpa
Species Americana
Origin United States (Southeastern)
Blooming Small white to pink flowers in late spring/early.summer
Leaf Color Olive green turning yellow in fall
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Moist, well-drained loam or sandy soil. Tolerates clay but requires drainage.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during establishment and summer droughts. Reduce watering in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best berry production; tolerates partial shade in hot climates.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges.

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Pruning

Prune hard in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous growth and berry display.

Pest Control Aphid Japanese Beetle Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 7 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
180 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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