BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

A popular shrub which is native to China, Callicarpa bodinieri var giraldii 'Profusion' has clusters of pink flowers in midsummer, followed by masses of eye-catching, metallic-purple berries in autumn.

The young leaves are an attractive bronze and purple when young, turning pale green in the summer and developing purple / bronze tints in autumn before falling. The combination of the foliage and vibrant berries makes this an excellent plant for a use in flower arranging.

Supplied Size: 3L containers (30 - 40 cm tall)

• Position: Sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy. Callicarpa will establish itself better in a warm garden.
• Flowering Period: July.
• Flower Colour: Pale pink
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion' grows to be a medium sized, branching shrub.
  • Height: up to 2.5 m (8 ft)
  • Spread: 2 m (6 ft)

• Pruning: Prune to shape in early spring if required. Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii 'Profusion' is a self fertile form, but it will produce more berries if planted in small groups of several plants.