CALLICARPA bodinieri var. giraldii

A variable genus from both tropical and temperate regions, the species are particularly valued for their very attractive fruit. Their growth is cane-like with arching stems. In the deciduous varieties tiny flowers are followed by dense clusters of fruit which may persist on the bare branches and then make excellent indoor decorations. Callicarpa bodinieri var. giraldii is an arching shrub from central China with light green downy leaves. In my garden the beautiful berries are often consumed by birds before I can cut some branches ot enjoy them inside. Best grown in moist enriched soil in morning sun or light shade. It is very frost hardy.