This juniper is relatively drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal supplemental watering
A ripe berry should fall into your hand with a very gentle "tickle" or touch
cut the tallest canes back to a manageable 6 or 7 feet
the weight of those giant berries will pull the canes right down into the mud
They split open along 5 seams and release the seeds in the winter
Beautyberry American Size:1 Gallon This juniper is relatively drought-tolerantThe American Beautyberry is a loose, open habited, deciduous native shrub celebrated for its spectacular, metallic purple fruit displays. Found naturally in the woodlands, pine flatwoods, and thickets of the American South, it is a highly adaptable plant prized by home gardeners for its striking autumn color, low maintenance nature, and exceptional wildlife value. The American Beautyberry features long, gracefully arching woody stems lined with large,