Berberis x interposita 'Wallich's Purple'

Also Known As

Berberis interposita 'Wallich's Purple'
Wallich's Purple Barberry

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

6a-10b

Berberis x interposita 'Wallich's Purple' plant details

Berberis x interposita 'Wallich's Purple' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green and purple foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Berberis x interposita 'Wallich's Purple'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: berberidaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and purple
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, easy-to-grow, spiky, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Berberis x interposita 'Wallich's Purple'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dense arching 3-4' shrub is a fountain of coppery-red in spring, glossy green in summer; "a very valuable form" (Krussmann). Sun/Med

By: Forestfarm

Has purple new growth that highlights this dark evergreen plant. We can't find much information but believe B. 'Wallichs Purple' will get to 2' tall. This is one of the most beautiful of the evergreen low growing barberries.