Zone 9 · American Beautyberry
Planting American Beautyberry in Zone 9
Callicarpa americana
✅ American Beautyberry thrives in zone 9 (hardy 6–10)
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American Beautyberry has a specific planting window in zone 9. Check back in spring.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around February 15
Zone's first frost
around December 15
Bloom window
June – August
Peak bloom
July
Sun required
part sun
Mature height
60"
Spacing
48" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant American Beautyberry in zone 9
Plant in spring. Modest summer flowers give way to electric-purple berry clusters in fall.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
American Beautyberry peaks in July. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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