Berberis darwinii
Darwin's Barberry
Description
Darwin's Barberry is an evergreen shrub that grows to about 6-8' in height and width. It comes from Chile and has the most unusual orange/red flowers that appear in March. The leaves are glossy and dark green. It is fairly low water once established. The thorns are not as pronounced as with other Barberries.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.
Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.