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Berberis kawakamii
Also Known As
- Berberis kawakamii var. formosana
- Barberry
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-6'
- W: 3'-6'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Berberis kawakamii plant details
Berberis kawakamii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis kawakamii
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: berberidaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: easy-to-grow
GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis kawakamii
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, humidity
- Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Berberis kawakamii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Fruit
- blue
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-10'
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-10'
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