ShrubsCallicarpa bodinieri
Beautyberry
Beautyberry is a striking shrub that truly shines in autumn and winter thanks to clusters of glossy, violet-purple berries along its bare branches. In summer, modest pink flowers appear and the green foliage turns yellow in autumn. Plant several specimens close together for optimal berry production.
Characteristics
- Sun
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Water
- Medium
- Height
- 150–300 cm
- Spread
- 150–250 cm
- Hardiness zone
- 5–8
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Evergreen
- No
- Flower colors
- pink
- Wildlife value
- birds, bees
Bloom period
Care guide
Plant in sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Beautyberry grows best in sheltered positions, protected from cold winter winds. Water regularly during dry spells. Mulch the base in autumn with leaf compost.
Pruning tips
Prune hard in early spring — the plant flowers on new wood. Remove dead and weak stems. Young shoots grow back quickly and bear berries the same year.
Good companions
ShrubsViburnum opulus
Guelder Rose
The Guelder Rose is a native shrub with broad, flat white flower clusters in May and June, followed by bright red berries in autumn. The foliage turns spectacular orange to red in the fall. The shrub provides food and shelter for birds and is a valuable addition for biodiversity.
ShrubsHamamelis mollis
Chinese Witch Hazel
Chinese Witch Hazel is a remarkable shrub that blooms in the depths of winter with fragrant, spider-like yellow flowers on bare branches. The delicate blooms withstand frost and bring welcome colour to the darkest months. In autumn, the large leaves turn spectacular yellow and orange.
ShrubsCornus kousa
Japanese Dogwood
Japanese Dogwood is an elegant large shrub or small tree with striking white bracts that sit like stars on the branches in June and July. In autumn, raspberry-shaped red fruits appear and the foliage turns deep crimson. The horizontal branching pattern gives the tree year-round character.