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Callicarpa dichotoma Early Amethyst

Common Name: Early Amethyst

A compact beautyberry valued for its early fruiting and vivid purple berries that provide standout fall interest. Small pink summer flowers give way to dense clusters of bright violet-purple berries that appear earlier than most varieties and persist well into fall, creating strong ornamental appeal.

Growth is graceful and spreading, forming a low, mounded shrub that performs well in mixed borders and naturalized settings.

Growing Conditions

Light: Full sun to part shade (best fruiting in full sun)

Soil: Moist, well-drained; adaptable to a wide range of soil types

Water: Average once established

Shape: Low, mounding to spreading habit

Cold Hardiness: Good winter tolerance; berries form on new wood

Hardiness

USDA Zones: 5a–8b

Mature Size

Height: 3–4 ft

Width: 4–5 ft

Features

Early-developing purple berries

Heavy fruit set

Graceful, arching branches

Good fall and early winter interest

Landscape Uses

Mixed shrub borders

Mass plantings

Woodland edges

Accent shrub for fall color and berries

Why Growers Choose It

Earlier berry color than standard beautyberry

Compact size fits smaller landscapes

Reliable fruiting and strong ornamental impact

Plant Type:	Deciduous Shrub
Width:	4'
Height:	4'
Fragrant:	Yes
Fruit:	Yes
Fruit Color	Purple
Growth Rate	Moderate
Zone:	5–8
Deer Resistant:	Yes
Salt Tolerant:	Not verified
Drought Tolerant:	No
Exposure:	Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Time:	Summer, Late Summer
Bark Type:	Smooth
Landscape/Use:	Foundation, Mass Planting, Hedge
Shape:	Low Mounding
Soil Type	Loamy, Sandy well-drained
Flower Color:	Pink
Leaf Color:	Green
Fall Color:	Yellow Green