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    • Photo of Berberis amurensis var. japonica foliage, fruit by Forestfarm

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    Berberis amurensis var. japonica

    Also Known As

    • Berberis regeliana
    • Barberry

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 2'-4'
    • W: 2'-5'

    planting zones

    • 6a-9b

    Berberis amurensis var. japonica plant details

    Berberis amurensis var. japonica 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 var. japonica

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: berberidaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: easy-to-grow, hedge, spiky, windbreak

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis amurensis var. japonica

    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

    Of upright 2-4' stature for hedge or foundation, this shrub also offers yellow flowers followed by clusters of red fruits. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Berberis amurensis var. japonica plant

    How to Grow Berberis amurensis var. japonica

    • 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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    Zones

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