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Where are my callicarpa berries?

frances

By Frances

United Kingdom

I have a callicarpa giraldi profsion which had masses of flowers in spring but now has 19 measly purple berries. It was lovely in the garden centre - what am I doing wrong? Does it need a mate?


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Yes, most likely. They are often planted in pairs to ensure plenty of berries

2 Nov, 2008

 

Hi Frances,
It was too cold for the pollen to set in the spring.

2 Nov, 2008

 

Although this callicarpa is self fertile, it always does better when there is more than one around. If you want more berries, either you need to plant another or persuade a neighbour to plant one

2 Nov, 2008

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