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Berberis fortunei (Berberis fortunei)

Berberis fortunei is a deciduous shrub with attractive foliage, small yellow flowers, and blue-black berries, often used in landscaping.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Adaptable to most well-drained soils. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Hardy

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Best flowering in full sun, tolerates some shade.

Water

Moderate

Water regularly during dry periods, especially when young.

Soil

Adaptable to most well-drained soils. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Hardy

Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in most climates.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light

Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green, Purple, Red

Leaf Type

Deciduous

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Mahonia fortunei (Lindl.) Fedde
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRanunculales
  • familyBerberidaceae
  • genusBerberis
  • speciesBerberis fortunei
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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