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Berberis haematocarpa [Santa Fe Landscape]

Also Known As

  • Alloberberis haematocarpa [Santa Fe Landscape]
  • Mahonia haematocarpa [Santa Fe Landscape]
  • Mahonia haematocarpus [Santa Fe Landscape]
  • Desert Holly
  • Oregon Grape
  • Red Barberry
  • Red Mexican Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-12'
  • W: 6'-12'

planting zones

  • 7a-11

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Berberis haematocarpa [Santa Fe Landscape] plant details

Berberis haematocarpa [Santa Fe Landscape] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis haematocarpa [Santa Fe Landscape]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, edible, fragrant, hedge, spiky, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis haematocarpa [Santa Fe Landscape]

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, clay and well-drained

Gardening facts about Berberis haematocarpa [Santa Fe Landscape] plant

How to Grow Berberis haematocarpa [Santa Fe Landscape]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 6'-10'

Width: 4'-10'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-5'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 4'-8'

Width: 4'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 6'-10'

Width: 6'-10'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - occasional
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