European barberry
Berberis vulgaris
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A thorny deciduous shrub with small yellow flowers in spring and elongated red berries in fall. It is extremely hardy and drought-tolerant once established, making it useful as a barrier planting or specimen shrub.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe, western Asia, North Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A thorny deciduous shrub with small yellow flowers in spring and elongated red berries in fall. It is extremely hardy and drought-tolerant once established, making it useful as a barrier planting or specimen shrub.
Climate Match for your location
See how well European barberry grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe, western Asia, North Africa
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation