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Issai Purple Beautyberry

Callicarpa Dichotoma 'Issai'

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Overview

The Issai Purple Beautyberry, or Callicarpa dichotoma 'Issai', is a compact deciduous shrub reaching up to 4 feet in height and spread. Admired for its clusters of vibrant purple berries in fall, this plant thrives in full sun to partial shade. It boasts small pink flowers in summer and has a graceful, arching form. Suitable for USDA zones 5-8, it's a low-maintenance option for borders or as a focal point.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate
Issai Purple Beautyberry (Callicarpa Dichotoma 'Issai') — is a compact deciduous shrub reaching up to 4 feet in height and spread
Issai Purple Beautyberry (Callicarpa Dichotoma 'Issai') — Admired for its clusters of vibrant purple berries in fall, this plant thrives in full sun to partial

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.
Mature width
4–5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Verbenaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Issai Purple Beautyberry (Callicarpa Dichotoma 'Issai') — is a compact deciduous shrub reaching up to 4 feet in height and spread
Issai Purple Beautyberry (Callicarpa Dichotoma 'Issai') — Admired for its clusters of vibrant purple berries in fall, this plant thrives in full sun to partial

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