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Botanical Name
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Callicarpa americana
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Description
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Small purplish pink flowers appear in late spring. This superb shrub is valued for the summertime display of abundant, long lasting violet-purple berries that grow in clusters along the arching branches. New growth has exciting bronze tinge. Prune to encourage new growth. Deciduous and cutting grown. Attracts birds.
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Exposure
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Partial to Full Sun
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Height x Width
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4-6' H x 6' W
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Water
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Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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Zones
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Zones 5-10
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Fertilization
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Fertilize in spring with a well balanced fertilizer. Follow label instructions.
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Pruning
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Prune in late winter after threat of frost has passed. Flowers and fruits on new wood.
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PC #
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CsNH13019
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