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Red Barberry, Algerita

Berberis Haematocarpa

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Overview

Red Barberry (Berberis haematocarpa), also dubbed Algerita, is an ornamental, deciduous shrub typically reaching 3-6 feet in height and 4-7 feet in width. It boasts yellow blooms in spring and vibrant red berries in the fall. Adapted to dry conditions, it thrives in full sun. Sharp spines and its drought tolerance make it an excellent choice for water-conservative landscapes and security plantings in USDA zones 5-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 9–10Climate Arid
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — Red Barberry (Berberis haematocarpa)
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — deciduous shrub typically reaching 3-6 feet in height and 4-7 feet in widthRed Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — It boasts yellow blooms in spring and vibrant red berries in the fallRed Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — Adapted to dry conditions, it thrives in full sunRed Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — also known as Berberis haematocarpa or by its alternate nameRed Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — is a highly ornamental shrub native to the southwestern United States and Northern MexicoRed Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — A resilient and attractive addition to any landscape+7

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Berberidaceae
Climate
Arid

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Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — Red Barberry (Berberis haematocarpa)
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — deciduous shrub typically reaching 3-6 feet in height and 4-7 feet in width
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — It boasts yellow blooms in spring and vibrant red berries in the fall
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — Adapted to dry conditions, it thrives in full sun
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — also known as Berberis haematocarpa or by its alternate name
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — is a highly ornamental shrub native to the southwestern United States and Northern Mexico
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — A resilient and attractive addition to any landscape
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — this barberry can reach sizes of 3 to 6 feet in height with a similar spread
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — grey-green leaves that transition to vivid red or orange hues in the autumn
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — it blossoms with clusters of yellow flowers which
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — Berberis haematocarpa provides excellent year-round visual interest
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — are prolific and create a burst of bright color that complements its foliage
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — which ripen to a glaring red
Red Barberry, Algerita (Berberis Haematocarpa) — the Red Barberry is ideal for xeriscaping and can thrive in USDA Hardiness Zones 6 through 9

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