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Berberis sherriffii

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 5b-9b

Berberis sherriffii plant details

Berberis sherriffii is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis sherriffii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, hedge, spiky, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis sherriffii

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Elegant at all times, this 4-6' shrub is showiest in late summer when bearing its large (2") pendulous clusters of blue-black berries. S/M

Gardening facts about Berberis sherriffii plant

How to Grow Berberis sherriffii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

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

    • blue
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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