Berberis gladwynensis

Berberis gladwynensis

Bereridaceae · broadleaf deciduous shrub · introduced

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Berberis gladwynensis is a broadleaf evergreen barberry hybrid in the family Berberidaceae. Profile data for this taxon is limited; it is an introduced species grown primarily in the cultivar form 'William Penn,' a dense, mounding shrub reaching about 4 feet tall, hardy to Zone 6.

Site preference and cultural details are sparsely documented for this hybrid. It tolerates renovation pruning with up to 90 to 95 percent removal. Documented disease associations include leaf spot, rust, leaf scorch, and powdery mildew; lecanium scale is the primary pest of record.

Plant Profile

Ornamental Interest

Origin
1–5 m tall, found throughout temperate
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Active Conidial Spread

RustHigh

Uredinial Stage (Summer)

Spring Feeding & Egg Production

Diseases: Regionally Documented (3)

Pests: Regionally Documented (1)

Cultivars (1)
'William Penn'
Common name: William Penn Barberry; Mature height: 4 ft
Hardy to USDA Zone 6
Data Maturity
Structured Multiple sources. Expert review underway.