Callicarpa spp. Plant Care Reminders
Beautyberry
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General Information
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Instruction By Julie Bawden-Davis Notes Graceful deciduous shrubs with arching branches and eye-catching lilac or pink flowers in summer that turn to berries in the fall, hanging on until winter. Grows 4 to 6 feet and wide, depending on the species. This easy-to-grow plant is generally pest-free. Sunset Zones - 1
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Plant Care Instruction
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February1. BuyBuy when available in the nursery and via mail-order.2. PruneFlowers and berries appear on new growth. Remove old stems and crossing branches.March1. BuyBuy when available in the nursery and via mail-order.2. PlantPlant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.3. FertilizeFeed monthly with a well-balanced fertilizer.4. PruneFlowers and berries appear on new growth. Remove old stems and crossing branches5. TransplantTransplant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.April1. BuyBuy when available in the nursery and via mail-order.2. PlantPlant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.3. FertilizeFeed monthly with a well-balanced fertilizer.4. WaterWater established plants weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.5. TransplantTransplant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.May1. BuyBuy when available in the nursery and via mail-order.2. PlantPlant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.3. FertilizeFeed monthly with a well-balanced fertilizer.4. WaterWater established plants weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.5. TransplantTransplant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.June1. FertilizeFeed monthly with a well-balanced fertilizer.2. WaterWater established plants twice weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.July1. WaterWater established plants twice weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.August1. WaterWater established plants twice weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.September1. WaterWater established plants twice weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.October1. WaterWater established plants weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant. -
Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
February
Buy when available in the nursery and via mail-order.
March
Buy when available in the nursery and via mail-order.
April
Buy when available in the nursery and via mail-order.
May
Buy when available in the nursery and via mail-order.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
March
Plant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.
April
Plant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.
May
Plant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
March
Feed monthly with a well-balanced fertilizer.
April
Feed monthly with a well-balanced fertilizer.
May
Feed monthly with a well-balanced fertilizer.
June
Feed monthly with a well-balanced fertilizer.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
April
Water established plants weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.
May
Water established plants weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.
June
Water established plants twice weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.
July
Water established plants twice weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.
August
Water established plants twice weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.
September
Water established plants twice weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.
October
Water established plants weekly in the absence of rain. Do not overwater, as the plant is drought tolerant.
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
February
Flowers and berries appear on new growth. Remove old stems and crossing branches.
March
Flowers and berries appear on new growth. Remove old stems and crossing branches
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
February
Flowers and berries appear on new growth. Remove old stems and crossing branches
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
March
Transplant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.
April
Transplant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.
May
Transplant in a light shade location in well-draining soil.