Callicarpa var. giraldii Profusion

Callicarpa var. giraldii Profusion

Key Features

• Height & Spread: Reaches approximately 2.5–3 metres (8–10 feet) in height and 1.5–2.5 metres (5–8 feet) in spread.

• Foliage: Lanceolate leaves (5–12 cm long) emerge purplish in spring, turn dark green in summer, and transition to rosy-pink in autumn.

• Flowers: Small lilac flowers appear in midsummer, typically in July.

• Fruit: Violet-purple, bead-like berries (approximately 4 mm in diameter) form in compact clusters, often remaining after leaf drop.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy.

• Habit: Bushy and upright.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; best berry production occurs in full sun.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Tolerates a range of pH levels, including acidic, neutral, and alkaline soils.

• Moisture: Requires moist but well-drained conditions.

• Exposure: Suitable for both sheltered and exposed positions.

Planting & Care

• Planting Time: Best planted in spring or early autumn.

• Spacing: Space plants 1.5–2.5 metres (5–8 feet) apart.

• Watering: Water well during the first growing season to establish a strong root system.

• Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.

• Pruning: Prune in early spring, removing any dead or damaged wood and shaping as desired.

• Mulching: Apply a 5–7 cm (2–3 inch) mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure around the base after pruning.

Seasonal Interest

• Spring: New growth emerges purplish.

• Summer: Foliage turns dark green; lilac flowers bloom.

• Autumn: Leaves transition to rosy-pink; violet-purple berries appear.

• Winter: Berries persist, providing visual interest.

Wildlife & Garden Use

• Attracts: Pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

• Uses: Ideal for borders, woodland edges, or as a specimen plant.

• Companion Plants: Pairs well with other shrubs and perennials that enjoy similar growing conditions.

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