The American beautyberry is a gorgeous, low-maintenance shrub loved for its vibrant purple berries. However, like any plant, it can fall victim to fungal rot if proper care is not taken. Rot can quickly damage roots, stems and leaves, potentially killing the plant. Thankfully, rot is easily preventable if you understand what causes it and … Read more
Mosquitoes are a big problem in many places and ticks are becoming an even bigger concern. Fire ants are more localized but they can be a real problem in the garden. Both folklore and modern day experiences suggest a remedy for these pests based on callicarpa, the beautyberry. Some people plant it in the garden … Read more
If you want to add a bit of height, texture, and a punch of vivid color to your landscape, there’s one bush I would recommend above all others: the beautyberry (Callicarpa). With its dramatic arching limbs and bright green leaves, the shrub resembles a growing waterfall. Most striking of all are the clusters of berries … Read more
The American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana) is a deciduous shrub native to the southeastern United States that is prized for its vibrant purple berry clusters. But beyond its ornamental appeal this hardy shrub also produces oxygen through photosynthesis like all plants. In this article, we will explore how much oxygen American beautyberries generate. An Overview of … 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 American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana) is a popular ornamental shrub known for its vibrant purple berries that provide color in the fall landscape. Native to the southeastern United States, this adaptable shrub thrives in zones 7-11 and is relatively low maintenance. If your American beautyberry has outgrown its space or you need to relocate it … Read more
Order: Hemiptera (TrueBugs)Family: Psyllidae, TriozidaeCommon Names: Plant Lice, Jumping Plant Lice, Lerps, Lerp Psyllid, Gall Psyllid, Lilly Pilly Psyllid Psyllids are tiny sap-sucking insects that feed on the nutrient rich liquids inside leaves and transport tissues (xylem & phloem). Most species of psyllid will only feed on one specific host plant, however some species are … Read more
A fast-growing, attractive, and wildlife-friendly shrub? You may have never heard of the American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana), but it checks all the boxes. It can grow 4 to 7 feet (and sometimes 10 feet!) in just one season! This U.S. native shrub of the mint family, Lamiaceae, is fast-growing, drought tolerant, and produces beautiful purple … Read more
The native range of C. americana extends from Maryland to Florida, west to Texas and Arkansas, and also Mexico, Bermuda, the Bahamas and Cuba. The vibrant and eye-catching American beautyberry shrub (Callicarpa americana) is a gorgeous addition to any garden. Native to the southeastern United States, this low-maintenance shrub offers a multitude of benefits that … 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