James Barberry
Berberis jamesiana
Berberidaceae · broadleaf deciduous shrub · introduced
Last updated
Plant Profile
Size & Form
Height
6-8 ft
Spread
6-8 ft
Growth Rate
Slow
Site Requirements
Light
Full Sun
Soil Drainage
Well Drained
Soil pH
neutral
Water
Moderate
Drought Tolerance
Moderate to high
Hardiness
Zones 8a–8b
Ornamental Interest
Fall Color
Red
Origin
China and Tibet
Watch for this season
Powdery MildewHigh
Active Conidial Spread
RustHigh
Uredinial Stage (Summer)
Lecanium scaleModerate
Spring Feeding & Egg Production
Diseases: Regionally Documented (3)
Pests: Regionally Documented (1)
Data Maturity Structured Multiple sources. Expert review underway.