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Berberis darwinii

Darwin's Barberry

Plant photo of: Berberis darwinii
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Description

Darwin's Barberry is an evergreen shrub that grows to about 6-8' in height and width. It comes from Chile and has the most unusual orange/red flowers that appear in March. The leaves are glossy and dark green. It is fairly low water once established. The thorns are not as pronounced as with other Barberries.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Width Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Orange

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Orange

Fruit Season

Spring

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Park

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.