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Wilson Barberry

Berberis Wilsoniae

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Overview

The Wilson Barberry (Berberis wilsoniae) is a deciduous shrub, thriving best in full sun to partial shade. It features gray-green foliage and vibrant red berries, maturing at 4 to 6 feet tall and wide. With a hardiness down to -20°F, it's suitable for zones 5 to 8. Its thorned branches offer a deterrent effect, making it ideal for borders. Prefers well-drained soil and is relatively low-maintenance.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — approximately 1 to 2 inches long
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Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Berberidaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — approximately 1 to 2 inches long
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — With a hardiness down to -20°F, it's suitable for zones 5 to 8
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — with a pale blue-green color that adds a cool hue to the garden palette; wilson Barberry offers year-round beauty and
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — Be cautious when handling this shrub
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — owing to its ornamental appeal and resilience; it features gray-green foliage and vibrant red berries, maturing at 4 to
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — It features gray-green foliage and vibrant red berries, maturing at 4 to 6 feet tall and wide; which are highly
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — Prefers well-drained soil and is relatively low-maintenance
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — The Wilson Barberry (Berberis wilsoniae) is a deciduous shrub, thriving best in full sun to partial shade
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — and always wear gardening gloves for protection
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — and its compact size makes it suitable for foundation plantings
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — The Wilson Barberry (Berberis wilsoniae) is a deciduous shrub, thriving best in full sun to partial shade; its thorned
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — Its thorned branches offer a deterrent effect, making it ideal for borders; with a hardiness down to -20°F, it's
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — which are highly attractive to pollinators and give way to the distinctive berries that persist into winter, image 33
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — The Wilson Barberry (Berberis wilsoniae) is a valuable addition to any landscape design
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — as its spines can be sharp
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — yellow flowers in the garden
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — It features gray-green foliage and vibrant red berries, maturing at 4 to 6 feet tall and wide
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — with a pale blue-green color that adds a cool hue to the garden palette
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — With minimal pruning required to maintain its shape
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — shrub for full or half
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — shrub with yellow blooms
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — It is drought-tolerant once established
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — provided they are well-draining; with minimal pruning required to maintain its shape
Wilson Barberry (Berberis Wilsoniae) — the plant produces an array of petite; the Wilson Barberry (Berberis wilsoniae) is a deciduous shrub, thriving best in
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