Berberis replicata [of horticulture]

Also Known As

Evergreen Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

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

planting zones

5a-10a

Berberis replicata [of horticulture] plant details

Berberis replicata [of horticulture] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by black and red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis replicata [of horticulture]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis replicata [of horticulture]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This clone from the UK via Western Hills Nursery is perhaps more bronze leaved that the wild species. Evergreen, arching shrub, to 3' tall, with yellow spines, pale yellow flowers in late spring, and red berries ripening to black in autumn. Handsome foliage. For full to part sun in well-drained soil and average summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5.