Seed Availability

Seeds are not available for the Mexican Barberry. Please visit our seed store to view current selections. Seeds were last available in September 2014.

Description

A fairly short shrubby tree, growing to 5-10ft. Fruits are born in long clusters and ripen from white to pink-blue and then finally blue. Fruits in all stages of ripeness can be found on the tree at the same time, creating a nice visual. The fruits are popular with birds as well.

Hardiness

Hardy to about 20F.

Growing Environment

A fairly hardy shrub once established. Grow in full sun or part-shade. Water moderately during warm months but it should show some drought tolerance once established.

Propagation

By seeds.

Uses

The plant makes a pretty landscape shrub, mainly for its nice leaves and pretty fruits. The fruits are popular with birds as well.

Native Range

Native range includes Mexico and a tiny part of the southwestern United States.

Related Species

Berberidaceae
	Berberis darwinii Darwin's Barberry		Berberis gracilis Mexican Barberry
	Berberis nevinii Nevin's Barberry