Massive quantities of small lilac fruits appear along the slender, arching branches following clusters of small pinkish-lavender summer blooms. Showy, colorful berries that create wonderful late season drama. Attracts birds. Botanical Name- Callicarpa dichotoma ‘Early Amethyst’ Pronunciation- kal-ih-KAR-puh dy-koh-TOH-muh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 4 ft Mature Height- 4 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Average, well drained Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Lavender pink Bloom Time- June – August Companion Plants- Henry’s Garnet Virginia Sweetspire – berry-laden synergy Fauna Attracted- Bees (summer blooms), fruit-eating birds (cardinals, mockingbirds) in fall/winter Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C12 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter to encourage new growth; keep soil evenly moist and fertilize in spring. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to early spring to shape and encourage fruiting. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Clay soil should be amended with compost for healthy root growth. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids
