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Berberis julianae

Family Berberidaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 1.8 - 3 m (6 - 10 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 2.4 m (6 - 8 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Berberis julianae (wintergreen barberry) bears showy and bright yellow blossoms during mid spring to late spring. This shrub is upright and has deep green foliage that is showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Berberis julianae (wintergreen barberry) is showy. The bark is smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Berberis julianae tolerates drought. This shrub attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions Berberis julianae (wintergreen barberry) has thorns and you may wish to wear gloves when handling. Position this plant to be less accessible to avoid injury to children or pets.