Berberis japonica

Plant Type Shrub
Semi-evergreen, Broadleaf

Form Upright mound

Climate Zones 4a to 7b

Bloom Color Yellow, White

Bloom Time Early spring, Mid spring, Late spring

Growth Rate Average

Mature Height 4 to 8 feet

Mature Spread 3 to 6 feet

Environment Shade to Full sun
Dry to Moist soil
Tolerates moderate drought

Soil Alkaline, Neutral, Acidic, Clay, Sandy, Well drained, Loamy, Adaptable, Slightly alkaline

Leaf Color Green, Purple

Fall Color Orange, Red, Yellow, Attractive fall colors

Attributes Not North American native
Attracts birds
Fool proof plant
Five star plant
Deer resistant
Inconspicuous flowers or blooms
Dense crown
Moderately flammable

Uses Border
Erosion control
Foundation plant
Massing
Specimen
Large scale planting
Hedge
Sheared hedge


Native Habitat Unknown

Pests and Diseases Scale occasionally infests the twigs.