Posted on January - 21 - 2012
Reader response: Tricks and tips for maintaining beautyberry in a bouquet
Jacki Dougan of Sherwood gets the most out of her beautyberry shrub (Callicarpa) bouquets by moving arrangements to a spot outdoors after an initial stint inside. The spot is protected from the weather but not the birds; the robins, however, add a lovely element to the displayThe deep violet berries of the beautyberry shrub (Callicarpa) scream to be taken inside for a winter-happy display. But, as I recently revealed, no can do. I asked for help. It seems the best solution is to give up — not my style — or use them in an outdoor arrangement. That works. Read full post…