| Darwin's Barberry | |
| Berberis darwinii |
Small blue/purple edible berry growing on an ornamental bush.
Description: Samll bushy shrub usually to no more than 10ft.
Grows well both in sun and shade. Beautiful yellow-orange blooms cover
the plant in spring, followed by small 1/2" berries. Berries may
attract birds.
Hardiness: The Darwin's Barberry
is very hardy and can survive temperatures well below freezing (10-15F).
USDA: 7+
Growing Environment: Grow in moist soil types, will grow in poorer soils.
Keep watered year-round.
Propagation: By seed. Plants may also spread via underground
runners.
Uses: Berries can be eaten. The shrub is commonly grown as an ornamental for its striking yellow/orange flowers that cover the plant during spring.
Native Range: Native to Chile and Argentina.