Overview
Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' is a bushy shrub in the genus Callicarpa, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 2.0 m tall. Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, cut flowers and flower borders and beds. It is native to Japan.
About
Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' is a cultivar of the beautyberry genus Callicarpa, which comprises shrubs and small trees native to various regions including east Asia. This cultivar grows to about 2.0 metres in height and thrives in full sun. It prefers moist but well-drained soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay types. Hardy to UK conditions (H7), it is suitable for a range of garden settings where these soil and light conditions are met.
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About the genus
Callicarpa (beautyberry) Commonly known as beautyberry, is a genus of shrubs and small trees in the family Lamiaceae. They are native to east and southeast Asia, Australia, Madagascar, south-eastern North America and South America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Callicarpa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 2.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- Japan
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa'
- Propagation
- Seed, Softwood cuttings in spring, Semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa'?
Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' need?
Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' grow?
Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' reaches a height of 2.0 m.
Is Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' hardy in the UK?
Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Callicarpa japonica 'Leucocarpa'?
Seed, Softwood cuttings in spring, Semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer.
