Callicarpa americana

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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, mulch the seed bed

Other: Will germinate in 3-6 weeks at 60 degrees Farenheit

Native to: Arkansas, Bahamas, Cuba, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Mexico, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia

Native

Introduced

Callicarpa americanaCallicarpa americana

American Beautyberry

In Stock: 1.81 lb (Total:1.956lb)

Callicarpa americana

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1.81 lb VA

0.15 lb NC

Details

Germination:

76%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

408,573

Quantity:

1.81 lb

Collected in:

Virginia
Arlington

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1834511

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, mulch the seed bed

Other: Will germinate in 3-6 weeks at 60 degrees Farenheit

Native to: Arkansas, Bahamas, Cuba, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Mexico, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia

Native

Introduced

Discover the vibrant American Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana), an open habit shrub native to the Southern United States. This ornamental provides a splash of color in gardens with its striking lavender-pink or bluish flowers from mid to late summer, followed by a profusion of bright purple, violet, or magenta fruits. The bush provides a captivating view when the large clusters of purple berries mature, a sight loved by both birds and deer. It’s not only the wildlife that benefits from these juicy, sweet berries - humans can also enjoy them raw or include them in jellies and wines. Interestingly, this shrub has more to offer. The roots make a lovely herbal tea and the fresh, crushed leaves have properties that repel biting insects - a benefit appreciated by both animals and humans. Beautyberry is a welcoming addition to landscape designs, providing not just aesthetic appeal but also acting as a food source and shelter for wildlife. It extends from Maryland to Florida, west to Texas and Arkansas, and even to Mexico, Bermuda, and Cuba. Cultivate a beauty in your garden that holds a remarkable blend of beauty and utility.