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Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion'

Family Verbenaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   6a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H2 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion' (beautyberry) bears showy and light pink blossoms during early summer to late summer. The matte foliage is greyish lime in colour and medium in texture. Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion' (beautyberry) produces showy and medium fuchsia fruit. A specimen plant, Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion' (beautyberry) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, hedge, foundation, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics This deciduous shrub attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. In the fall, Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion' offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.
Cautions Be aware that bees and wasps are attracted to this deciduous shrub. The growth rate of Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion' (beautyberry) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.