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American Cranberry Bush American Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana L.)
(Viburnum opulus var. americanum). Flowers in late spring, purple berries in the fall. Feeds
Ornamental interest throughout the seasons with spring many species of birds. Excellent for fall and holiday
flowers, late summer fruit, fall color. Flowering, fruiting, decorations.
and fall color is best in full sun.
Winged Burning bush (Euonymus alatus), Oriental bittersweet, Japanese barberry (attracts ticks), Autumn olive (Elaeagnus
umbellate), Tree of Heaven (Ailanthus altissima).
Resources: The Internet offers many websites that will assist in planning the shrubs for your yard. Visit local nursery cen-
ters such as Bell Nurseries to discuss your ideas and learn from the experts. They may be able to special order if the shrub
is not in stock. Contact the Daytime Gardeners of North Haven at 203-230-1557 to learn more about planting natives and
removal of invasive plants.
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