American Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana)

 

  • Easy to grow! Sun, shade, or in between, and can be planted year round
  • Birds attractant. Birds love the fruit.
  • Differing sizes: 2 to 3ft or up to 8ft tall or larger
  • Clustering berries; berries only occur on new growth
  • Just for fun – Leaves have been shown to serve as mosquito repellant
  • Read the USDA factsheet!!