Great idea! in All About American Beautyberry

By wildflowers
November 25, 2016

I really look forward to fall when so many plants change into their colorful fall wardrobes; it's such a beautiful sight. The American Beautyberry is one such plant that makes quite a showing, boasting bright magenta berries that look much like bracelets of amethyst beads glistening in clusters along drooping branches.

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KyWoods

Oct 17, 2011 6:30 PM CST

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Name: Renée
Northern KY

I've been thinking about planting more food for our woodland critters (besides our coleus) and this sounds perfect, especially if it repels ticks. Thanks so much!

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flaflwrgrl

Oct 17, 2011 7:04 PM CST

Name: Ann ~Heat zn 9, Sunset
North Fl. (Zone 8b)

I am so happy that this grows native on our new property & there seems to be plenty of it! YAY!

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NJBob

Oct 17, 2011 7:32 PM CST

Name: Bob
Vernon N.J. (Zone 6b)

It is probably my favorite plant for fall color. Plus feeds the birds , what more could you ask for.

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wildflowers

Oct 18, 2011 8:38 AM CST

Name: Christine
North East Texas (Zone 7b)
Shine Your Light!

Thank you all for reading. I am very fond of the plants that provide food and/or shelter for the birds and other woodland critters.

Renee', I'll be glad to send you seeds if you would like to try growing some just let me know!