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CALLICARPA japonica 'Leucocarpa'
Commonly known as Beauty berry, French mulberry
Pale pink flowers and large white fruits
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DeciduousNarrowly oval to lance-shaped, tapered, pale green leaves to 12cm (5in) long.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pale pink
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Height1.5m (5ft)
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Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightBushy shrub. Produces flowers, in axillary cymes, to 3cm (1¼in) across.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
CALLICARPA japonica 'Leucocarpa'
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.Pests & DiseasesNone.Place of originJapan.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub border
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginSerrulate
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Leaf shapeLanceolate
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Pruning groupPruning group 4Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Seasonal InterestAutumn
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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WildlifeBee friendly
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Callicarpa - Growing Guide
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