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Berberis dictyophylla

Also Known As

  • Netleaf Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Berberis dictyophylla plant details

Berberis dictyophylla is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glaucous texture. 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 dictyophylla

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis dictyophylla

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?A species of special value because of the white bloom on its stems, leaves and berries? (G.S. Thomas), lovely contrasted with the fine scarlet of its fall leaves and large red fruits; plant this gracefully open 4-6' shrub with a dark background. S/M

Gardening facts about Berberis dictyophylla plant

How to Grow Berberis dictyophylla

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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