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Callicarpa bodinieri
Interesting shrub with dull green oval leaves on erect branches. Clusters of small dark pink flowers in summer followed by clusters of beautiful rich purple berries in the autumn. These make a wonderful contrast against the stem. Hardy to cold and frost. Best in in full or part sun, in well drained soil.
Genus
Callicarpa
Species
bodinieri
Cultivar
Common name
Beauty berry
Family name
Verbenaceae
Place of origin
China
DETAILS
Height
2 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Deciduous
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil / Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture / Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Enthusiast / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Medium, height between 1.5 to 3 metres
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 3.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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