Callicarpa dichotoma 'Issai'
beauty berry
Callicarpa are loved for their clusters of lustrous, lilac berries, but 'Issai' tends to have the ability to produce them on much younger plants. Forming along the length length of the stems in autumn, they're often retained long after the last leaf has been shed, really putting on a great display. The small pink flowers which appear in summer, are less showy, but they are pretty - and they're sought after by bees and other pollinators.
Easy, undemanding and relatively compact, these shrubs look great in mixed borders, but they can also be used to make an attractive, informal hedge or screen.
Easy, undemanding and relatively compact, these shrubs look great in mixed borders, but they can also be used to make an attractive, informal hedge or screen.
How to care for Callicarpa dichotoma Issai:
When planting, incorporate plenty of well-rotted organic matter to improve soil structure and moisture retention. Water regularly during the first year to help it establish.
While generally low maintenance, prune back stems in early spring if needed, cutting to strong, healthy growth to encourage fresh shoots and maintain a neat shape.
Mulching in spring will help retain moisture and support healthy growth.
While generally low maintenance, prune back stems in early spring if needed, cutting to strong, healthy growth to encourage fresh shoots and maintain a neat shape.
Mulching in spring will help retain moisture and support healthy growth.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1.2m
Eventual spread:
1.5m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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Humans/Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten
2 litre pot
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