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Berberis x carminea 'Pirate King'
Also Known As
- Berberis carminea 'Pirate King'
- Pirate King Barberry
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 5'-8'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Berberis x carminea 'Pirate King' plant details
Berberis x carminea 'Pirate King' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. 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 x carminea 'Pirate King'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: berberidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: bonsai, easy-to-grow
GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis x carminea 'Pirate King'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Berberis x carminea 'Pirate King'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 36"-48"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
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Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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