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Berberis replicata

Also Known As

  • Berberis x replicata
  • Evergreen Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-10'
  • W: 4'-10'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Berberis replicata plant details

Berberis replicata is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze, green and red foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis replicata

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, green and red
Mature size: 4 FT - 10 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, fragrant, hedge, rare, spiky, windbreak, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis replicata

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Excellent for foundation or small hedge, this graceful 3-5' evergreen has narrow recurved leaves and clusters of soft-yellow, fragrant flowers followed by red-changing-to-black fruit. S/M
People always see this barberry and ask what it is and want it. Berberis replicata has narrow dark evergreen foliage. The new foliage is rich purple as a highlight all summer over the green mature leaves. Our plant is 10’x 9' after 20 years, has been hardy to 0° F. and survived a flood of 3' in 1996. A really tough plant.
Spiny, narrow, evergreen leaves that are sporadically blushed copper or red characterize this large, rounded shrub. It can form a good-looking screen or formidable barrier! Small, fragrant, pale yellow flowers bloom in late spring followed by oblong red then purple-black berries. It's found commonly in Yunnan province, China, on mountainous slopes and thickets. Poor soil is no challenge.

Gardening facts about Berberis replicata plant

How to Grow Berberis replicata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • bronze
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Fruit

    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 6'-10'

Width: 4'-10'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 2'-5'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 4'-8'

Width: 4'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-10a

Size

Height: 6'-10'

Width: 6'-10'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - occasional
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