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Nevin's Barberry

Berberis Nevinii

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Overview

The Nevin Mahonia (Berberis nevinii) is an evergreen shrub prized for its resilience and ornamental appeal. Reaching heights of up to 10 feet with an equal spread, its gray-green foliage sets a stunning backdrop for bright yellow flower clusters blooming in early spring. This low-maintenance native to Southern California thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil. Ideal for xeriscaping, it attracts pollinators while offering drought tolerance once established.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 5–5Climate Mediterranean
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — The Nevin Mahonia (Berberis nevinii) is an evergreen shrub prized for its resilience and ornamental appeal
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — enriching the ecological tapestry of your landscapeNevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — considering the Nevin Mahonia is an asset due to its minimal water demands once establishedNevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — you're embracing a plant that brings durable beauty and is a beacon for wildlifeNevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — Full sun to partial shade is optimal for growing this hardy shrubNevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — though it is versatile and can tolerate a variety of soil typesNevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — Reaching heights of up to 10 feet with an equal spread+14

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones
5–5

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Berberidaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — The Nevin Mahonia (Berberis nevinii) is an evergreen shrub prized for its resilience and ornamental appeal
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — enriching the ecological tapestry of your landscape
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — considering the Nevin Mahonia is an asset due to its minimal water demands once established
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — you're embracing a plant that brings durable beauty and is a beacon for wildlife
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — Full sun to partial shade is optimal for growing this hardy shrub
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — though it is versatile and can tolerate a variety of soil types
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — Reaching heights of up to 10 feet with an equal spread
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — its gray-green foliage sets a stunning backdrop for bright yellow flower clusters blooming in early spring
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it attracts pollinators while offering drought tolerance once established
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — scientifically known as Berberis nevinii
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — is a striking evergreen shrub native to the arid regions of Southern California
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10 and prefers well-drained soils
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — Particularly noted for its sustainable beauty and drought tolerance
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — Its architectural form is underscored by rigid
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — blue-green foliage that provides a lush backdrop throughout the year
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — In late winter to early spring
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — the plant produces purplish berries which are a favorite among local birds
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — adding an ecological service to your landscape
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — making it ideal for xeriscaping
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — The berries are ornamental features in themselves and can be seen in late summer to fall
Nevin's Barberry (Berberis Nevinii) — ensuring year-round interest.<br><br>For the landscape designer

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