White Beautyberry

Callicarpa dichotoma f. albifructa

White Beautyberry

Main interest:

pearl-like white fruit remains through early winter

Exposure:

full sun, to partial shade, medium moist well-drained soil

Flower colour:

pink, June to August

Foliage:

green, deciduous

USDA Hardiness:

zone 5: -28.9 °C (-20 °F) View Zone Map

Mature height & width (max.):

height: 6 ft (1.8 m) width: 6 ft (1.8 m)

Use:

specimen, hedge

Cascades of striking glossy pearl-like white fruit tightly hug the arching branches of this beautyberry. Fruits persist after foliage has fallen in the autumn and add a beautiful accent to the winter garden. Pink-white flowers bloom June to August. This deciduous shrub can grow to 6 ft in height and width. Wonderful tall border plant when planted in groups. Native to China.

Synonym(s): Callicarpa dichotoma 'Albifructus', Callicarpa dichotoma 'Albibacca', Callicarpa dichotoma 'Alba'