Berberis x stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta'

Also Known As

Berberis stenophylla 'CorallinaCompacta'
Corallina Compacta Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

5a-10b

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Berberis x stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta' plant details

Berberis x stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta' is a slow-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis x stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, dense, dwarf, easy-to-grow, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis x stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The coral-pink buds of this small (3'?) loosely branched shrub open to burnt-orange and yellow flowers!; one of the indispensable evergreen B. darwinii x B. empetrifolia hybrids. S/M

By: Forestfarm

A fantastic fine textured evergreen plant that only reaches 30cm or so in height with brilliant orangish yellow flowers and a charming compact habit. It's a cross of Berberis darwinii x Berberis empetrifolia; with parents like that it's no surprise that it is a standout.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Golden-yellow flowers in spring, purple-black fruit in fall. Evergreen. Deer resistant. Hardy to Zone 6

By: Lael's Moon Garden

Low horizontal and arching branches on 2' x 2' evergreen shrub glow with brilliant orange flowers in spring. A smart choice for a small area or rock garden.