Berberis darwinii
Darwin Barberry
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Darwin Barberry (Berberis darwinii) - Description
B. darwinii is a very showy barberry from Chile. It grows to heights of 5 to 10 feet tall, and 4 to 7 feet wide. It bears crisp, dark green 1 inch leaves and orange-yellow flowers. It also bears dark blue berries, which are popular with birds.
Darwin Barberry (Berberis darwinii) - Blooming
Bloom time is dependent on individual species.
Darwin Barberry (Berberis darwinii) - Growth
Barberries are generally grown as hedges.
Darwin Barberry (Berberis darwinii) - Planting
Plant seeds in early spring. Take stem cuttings in summer.
Darwin Barberry (Berberis darwinii) - Interesting facts
Barberries are very hardy plants that can handle climate and soil extremes. Berberis is a very large genus with close to 500 species that are native to temperate and subtropical regions across the globe. The berries are edible and full of vitamin C. Unfortunately, the thorny shoots and sharp flavor make it undesirable for harvest to some. Throughout history, the shoots and roots have been used to produce yellow dye.
Darwin Barberry (Berberis darwinii) - Soil and irrigation
Very hardy with all soil types.
