Berberis Species, Hooker's Barberry
Berberishookeri

Family: Berberidaceae (bear-ber-id-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Berberis (BUR-bur-is)
Species: hookeri (HOOK-er-ee)

Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Groundcovers
Shrubs

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Evergreen

Foliage Color

Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness
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)

Where to Grow

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

Bloom Color
Bright Yellow

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting