American Beautyberry | Callicarpa americana shrub This variety is the first

This variety is the first to ripen here in Zone 8

take 1-2 dropper fulls 30 minutes before bed

Hardiness: hardy to -30F

and low-maintenance gardens

Keep away from children and pets

American Beautyberry | Callicarpa americana shrub This variety is the firstA stunning native shrub known for its vibrant clusters of glossy purple berries that brighten the fall landscape and feed wildlife in abundance. Edible & Herbal Uses: Berries are edible (though mild in flavor) and can be made into jams, jellies, and wines. Traditionally used as a natural insect repellentthe crushed leaves were rubbed on skin to ward off mosquitoes and biting insects. Leaves and roots have been used in folk apothecaries for ages