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Berberis Species, Fendler's Barberry, Colorado Barberry

Berberisfendleri

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Berberidaceae (bear-ber-id-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Berberis (BUR-bur-is)

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Species

fendleri (FEND-ler-ee)

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Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Deciduous

Provides Winter Interest

This plant is resistant to deer

Height

6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Spacing

6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)

USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)

USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)

USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)

USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)

USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)

USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)

USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)

USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)

USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)

USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Bright Yellow

Bloom Time

Late Winter/Early Spring

Mid Spring

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