American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana)
Description
The American beautyberry is a native North American shrub that grows pink and purple berries. Rather than the berries hanging from a branch, they instead wrap around branches in groups.
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Gardening Tips
| Care | Known Problems | How to Harvest | Mature Size | Notes/Uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full sun to bear the most fruit, but can tolerate light shade as well; Like many other berries, it prefers acidic soil under a pH of 6; Requires a moderate amount of water; extra shade is not necessary | Since they are so popular among deer, it is not uncommon to see your beautyberry shrubs eaten by deer that have passed through | The berries are plucked as you would grapes | Height: up to 6 feet | n/a |