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    • Photo of Berberis orthobotrys foliage by Forestfarm

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    Berberis orthobotrys

    Also Known As

    • BARBERRY

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 4'-6'
    • W: 4'-6'

    planting zones

    • 6a-10a

    Berberis orthobotrys plant details

    Berberis orthobotrys is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis orthobotrys

    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, fall color

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis orthobotrys

    USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer, heat
    Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Copious clusters of yellow flowers "when in flower the twigs are almost hidden" (Bean), bright-red long-lasting berries and densely arranged small (<1") leaves with bright fall color distinguish this 4-5' shrub from Kashmir to Nepal. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Berberis orthobotrys plant

    How to Grow Berberis orthobotrys

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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