Callicarpa mollis - P9

Description
The Beauty berry (Callicarpa mollis) is an upright shrub with decorative, purple fruits. The Beauty berry also has medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, loose, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2.4 metres and grows to a width of approx. 2.4 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Beauty berry are medium green in colour.

Frost hardiness
The Beauty berry has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Beauty berry is an upright-growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 2.4 m and is approx. 1.8 - 2.4 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Fruit
The purple fruits of Callicarpa mollis are particularly decorative. These appear from October.

Use
Ornamental shrub