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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: None required, but a cold stratification of 6 weeks improves germination

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep , tamp the soil, keep moist

Other: Seeds sprout typically between 1-3 months.

Native to: China North-Central, China South-Central, China Southeast, Japan, Korea, Nansei-shoto, Vietnam

Introduced to: Alabama, Delaware, Maryland, North Carolina, Taiwan, Virginia

Native

Introduced

Callicarpa dichotomaCallicarpa dichotoma

Beautyberry, Purple Beautyberry

In Stock: 0.139 lb (Total:0.22lb)

Clean Seed

Callicarpa dichotoma Clean Seed

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0.08 lb MA

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0.14 lb NY

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Details

Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

498,960

Quantity:

0.14 lb

Collected in:

New York
Locke

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1834712

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: None required, but a cold stratification of 6 weeks improves germination

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep , tamp the soil, keep moist

Other: Seeds sprout typically between 1-3 months.

Transform your garden into a vibrant spectacle with Callicarpa dichotoma, commonly known as Purple Beautyberry. This stunning deciduous shrub from the mint family is celebrated for its showy lilac-violet fruits that last well beyond the autumn months, often clinging gracefully to the slender, arching branches even after the leaves have fallen. Native to China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam, Purple Beautyberry thrives in USDA Zones 5 to 8, reaching heights of 2-4 feet with a spread of 3-5 feet. It flourishes best in full sun, ensuring an abundance of the delicate pink to lavender flowers that bloom from late spring through summer. Despite its exotic origins, this shrub is remarkably easy to grow, requiring low maintenance and exhibiting drought tolerance once established. Its charming weeping form makes it a versatile addition to any landscape, whether used as a hedge, in mixed borders, or even as a patio container plant. Not only does it add a splash of color, but it also attracts beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies, while birds enjoy its showy fruit. Deer, on the other hand, tend to leave it alone. For optimal fruit production, consider planting in groups; this also enhances cross-pollination. Enjoy Purple Beautyberry’s unparalleled beauty and charm, making your garden a true haven of tranquility and aesthetic delight.