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Callicarpa dichotoma 'Dark Star'

Family Verbenaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 90 cm (3 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Callicarpa dichotoma 'Dark Star' (purple beautyberry) bears showy blooms during late summer to early autumn. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and medium in texture. Callicarpa dichotoma 'Dark Star' (purple beautyberry) bears showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Callicarpa dichotoma 'Dark Star' (purple beautyberry) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics This shrub attracts birds to your garden.