wintergreen barberry (Berberis julianae)
Berberis julianae, or Chinese Barberry, is a dense, evergreen shrub. It has spiny, dark green leaves, yellow spring flowers, and blue-black autumn berries. Hardy and drou
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate; drought-tolerant once established.
Soil
Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types, prefers slightly acidic to neutral.
Temperature
Hardy, tolerates a wide range from -20°C to 30°C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low; a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring if needed.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Moderate; drought-tolerant once established.
Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types, prefers slightly acidic to neutral.
Hardy, tolerates a wide range from -20°C to 30°C.
Outdoor
Low; a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring if needed.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-4 m
Spread
2-4 m
Growth Rate
Medium
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen, Lanceolate, Spiny
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderRanunculales
- familyBerberidaceae
- genusBerberis
- speciesBerberis julianae
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
No
All parts contain berberine, which can cause gastrointestinal upset and dermatitis if ingested by humans or pets.