Berberis dictyophylla (Netleaf Barberry)


Botanical Information

FamilyBerberidaceae
GenusBerberis
Speciesdictyophylla
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous), Shrub (evergreen)
OriginChina
Ethnobotanical Uses
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Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone5 - 6a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-23 - (-18)
Temperature (°F)-10 - 0
Height2 m
Flowering PeriodMay

Description and Growing Information

ShapeBushy shrub.
PropagationPropagate by seed or through semi-hardwood cuttings.
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in either full sun or partial shade.
PestsMay be subject to powdery mildews.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves are pale matt green above, white beneath, with good colour in autumn, growing to 1-3 x 0.5-1 cm.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are pale yellow and solitary, growing to 1.5 cm in diameter.
Fruit DescriptionFruit is red and ovoid, growing to 1.25 cm.

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