paleleaf barberry
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A dense, rounded evergreen dwarf shrub to 60cm in height with oval, dark green leaves with white undersides and spines at their tips. Stems bear needle-like spines. In late spring, bright yellow, flowers are borne, followed by blue-black berries with a whitish patina
Scientific classification
- Species
- paleleaf barberry (Berberis candidula)
- Genus
- Berberis
- Family
- Berberidaceae
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of paleleaf barberry
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of paleleaf barberry
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paleleaf barberry care guide
- Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, deep soak only during prolonged hot spells
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced evergreen shrub feed applied once per early spring yearly
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or from semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrows in any soil except waterlogged. A sunny position will encourage fruiting
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildew
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids and berberis sawfly
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