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Berberis x mentorensis

Family Berberidaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.5 - 2.1 m (5 - 7 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 2.1 m (5 - 7 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Berberis x mentorensis (barberry) bears pastel yellow flowers during mid spring. The foliage is greyish cyan in colour and semi-evergreen. Berberis x mentorensis (barberry) produces medium red fruit.
Typical Uses Border, hedge and mass planting.
Special Characteristics In autumn, Berberis x mentorensis is alight with fall colour.
Cautions Thorns can make Berberis x mentorensis (barberry) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets.