Berberis trifoliolata

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Description

Evergreen shrub that grows at a slow-moderate rate to 5' x 5'. Leaves are blue-gray and prickly. Yellow flowers appear late winter to spring followed by red berries that attract birds. Accepts full sun. Native to the Chihuahuan Desert.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

 

Soil Type

Clay

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Shrub Border, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Hedge, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.