The American Beautyberry, a native gem, thrives in the wild and graces gardens with its vibrant purple berries. Despite its resilience, its not immune to the tiny troublemakers that can turn its lush foliage into a bug buffet. Tackling these pests is not just about aesthetics; its about the health and vigor of your beautyberry. … Read more
As a proud gardener few sights distress me more than noticing curled leaves on my prized American beautyberry shrub. The vibrant purple berries that adorn this plant are a sight to behold, so when the leaves start deforming and contorting alarm bells go off. Curling foliage is never a good sign – it’s the plant’s … Read more
Here in Texas, we don’t really enjoy traditional autumn colors from our trees and shrubs as is common in New England, the Midwest, or even the Pacific Northwest. The dramatic foliage mosaic that defines “fall” for many doesn’t occur for us in October. Our deciduous trees transform their leaf color in response to less light … Read more
Revive your wilting Beautyberry with easy fixes to common leaf troubles, ensuring a lush, vibrant plant. The vibrant purple berries of the American beautyberry shrub (Callicarpa americana) make it a standout addition to any garden. However if your beautyberry starts leaning or falling over, it can quickly go from showstopper to eyesore. Let’s explore some … Read more
As a gardening enthusiast I’m always on the lookout for interesting new plants to add visual interest and texture to my landscape. Recently I discovered the American beautyberry shrub (Callicarpa americana) and fell in love with its vibrant purple berries and graceful arching branches. This native shrub offers so much ornamental value, but like any … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. American beautyberry shrubs (Callicarpa americana, USDA zones 7 through 11) bloom in late summer, and although the flowers arent much to look at, the jewel-like, purple or white berries are dazzling. The fall foliage is an attractive … Read more
The vibrant purple berries and arching branches of the American beautyberry shrub make it a standout ornamental plant for gardens across the United States While this native shrub can be purchased from nurseries, growing it from seeds can be an enjoyable and cost-effective way to add this beauty to your outdoor space Proper storage, sowing, … Read more
Uncovering the Captivating History of the American Beautyberry With its vibrant purple berries and graceful, arching branches, the American beautyberry is a familiar sight across the southeastern United States. But do you know the captivating history behind this eye-catching native shrub? In this article, we’ll explore the beautyberry’s origins, from its ecologically important role in … Read more
Slugs are the bane of gardeners’ lives, regularly topping surveys of garden pests. They munch the new growth of precious plants, demolish seedlings overnight and munch irregularly-shaped holes in leaves, stems, flowers, tubers and bulbs and potatoes, leaving their silvery slime trails behind. Slugs are active for most of the year but are a particular … Read more
American beautyberry shrubs are prized for their vibrant, eye-catching purple berries. But these showy shrubs can fall victim to tiny spider mites that suck nutrients and leave behind yellow, stippled leaves. Getting rid of spider mites takes diligence, but is doable even for amateur gardeners In this article, we’ll explore tips for identifying, treating, and … Read more