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Berberis gagnepainii

Also Known As

  • Black Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

Berberis gagnepainii plant details

Berberis gagnepainii is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green and red foliage. In spring orange and yellow flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis gagnepainii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and red
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis gagnepainii

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This shrub has arched branches, light green leaves turning reddish into the fall, and racemes of yellowish flowers followed by burgundy-black berries.

Gardening facts about Berberis gagnepainii plant

How to Grow Berberis gagnepainii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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