Berberis dictyophylla (Netleaf Barberry)
Botanical Information
Family | Berberidaceae |
Genus | Berberis |
Species | dictyophylla |
Category | Woody |
Type | Shrub (deciduous), Shrub (evergreen) |
Origin | China |
Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Ingestion may cause mild upset stomach. |
Pronunciation |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5 - 6a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H6 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -23 - (-18) |
Temperature (°F) | -10 - 0 |
Height | 2 m |
Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
Shape | Bushy shrub. |
Propagation | Propagate by seed or through semi-hardwood cuttings. |
Cultivation | Grow in well-drained soil in either full sun or partial shade. |
Pests | May be subject to powdery mildews. |
Leaf Description | Leaves are pale matt green above, white beneath, with good colour in autumn, growing to 1-3 x 0.5-1 cm. |
Flower Description | Flowers are pale yellow and solitary, growing to 1.5 cm in diameter. |
Fruit Description | Fruit is red and ovoid, growing to 1.25 cm. |