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Berberis amurensis

Also Known As

  • Berberis vulgaris amurensis
  • Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 8'-12'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Berberis amurensis plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis amurensis

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, hedge, spiky, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis amurensis

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pendulous clusters of 20-25 yellow flowers, showy in spring, are followed by bright red fruits in fall on this upright 8-10' shrub; ignore its Barberry-characteristic thorns, or use them where appropriate. Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Berberis amurensis plant

How to Grow Berberis amurensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

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

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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