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Berberis x hybridogagnepainii 'Chenault'

Also Known As

  • Berberis gagnepainii 'Chenault'
  • Chenault Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 5b-9b

Berberis x hybridogagnepainii 'Chenault' plant details

Berberis x hybridogagnepainii 'Chenault' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and birds 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, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis x hybridogagnepainii 'Chenault'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, fragrant, hedge, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis x hybridogagnepainii 'Chenault'

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The especially handsome foliage of this 4-5' tall by 5' wide European selection is long and narrow, sharply toothed and very glossy; clusters of yellow spring flowers make this deterrent-hedge candidate even prettier. S/M

Gardening facts about Berberis x hybridogagnepainii 'Chenault' plant

How to Grow Berberis x hybridogagnepainii 'Chenault'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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