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Berberis x stenophylla 'Nana Compacta'

Also Known As

  • Berberis stenophylla 'Nana Compacta'
  • Dwarf Coral Hedge Barberry
  • Golden Barberry
  • Nana Compacta Rosemary Barberry
  • Narrow-leaved Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 18"-36"
  • W: 18"-36"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Berberis x stenophylla 'Nana Compacta' plant details

Berberis x stenophylla 'Nana Compacta' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with bronze and green foliage. In spring orange and yellow flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 x stenophylla 'Nana Compacta'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: compact, easy-to-grow, hedge, rare, rock garden, spiky, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis x stenophylla 'Nana Compacta'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A medium-sized compact evergreen shrub whose gracefully arching branches are wreathed with rich yellow flowers in spring. S/M
This is an unusual dwarf Barberry, densely growing with tiny green leaves and surprising, small orange flowers that bloom in spring. 18" evergreen shrub. Minimum temperature: -10°F

Gardening facts about Berberis x stenophylla 'Nana Compacta' plant

How to Grow Berberis x stenophylla 'Nana Compacta'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Fruit

    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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