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Berberis mitifolia
Also Known As
- Shansi Barberry
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Berberis mitifolia plant details
Berberis mitifolia is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis mitifolia
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: berberidaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: easy-to-grow, hedge, spiky, windbreak
GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis mitifolia
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Berberis mitifolia
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-12'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
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Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-4'
- bright shade - shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
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Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 6'-10'
- sun - mostly sun
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