Japanese Beautyberry 'Ko-Murasaki' Ornamental-Berries-&-Fruit-Garden The ‘Kawazu-zakura’ Sakura was discovered

The ‘Kawazu-zakura’ Sakura was discovered in Japan in the 1930s and is known for its early bloom time

Murasaki-Shikibu (紫式部) – a court lady in purple

Best suited to bright

and longevity

or white accents

Japanese Beautyberry 'Ko-Murasaki' Ornamental-Berries-&-Fruit-Garden The ‘Kawazu-zakura’ Sakura was discoveredThis particular beautyberry cultivar, 'Ko Murasaki', is named after Murasaki shikibu, a renowned Japanese author in the Heian period who wrote the epic love story "The Tale of Genji". Translated as "a court lady in purple", the name pays tribute to the vibrant purplish hue of the berries. This variety is highly coveted for its slow growth and petite berry size. Botanical Name: Callicarpa japonica 'Ko Murasaki' Age: 10 12 Years Height: 8" 12" Trunk