Harrisson Berry

 

Berberis harrisoniana

Berberidaceae

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Form: Shrub
Seasonality: Perennial
Size: 3 ft tall by 3 ft wide

Leaves; Pointed, stiff, holly-like leaves

Flowers: Yellow flowers,

Fruit: Small, juicy blue-black fruit
Stems: Dense and sprawling form
Range/Origin: Sonora desert
Hardiness: USDA Zones: 9-10

Comments: Low litter, Prickly leaves, Spiny stems

 

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Exposure: Full to partial sun
  • Water: Moderate to regular
  • Soil: Will tolerate extreme, well drained soil types
  • Propagation: Seed, cuttings
  • Maintenance: Moderate, cut back to 12 inches before spring growth, cut out dead branches

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