Wintergreen Barberry

Berberis julianae

Bereridaceae · broadleaf evergreen shrub · introduced

Last updated April 25, 2026

Quick Facts

Height

6–10 ft

Spread

4-8 ft

Growth Rate

Moderate

Light

Full Sun

Soil

Well Drained

Water

Moderate

Hardiness

Zone Zones 5a–8b

Bloom Time

Apr 1-Apr 30

Fall Color

Red

Origin

Central China julianae: Juliana, named by Camillo (Karl)

Aecial Stage (Alternate Host)

Spring Emergence / Primary Infection

Spring Feeding & Egg Production

Stage	Typical Window	What to Look For
New growth flush BBCH 11	Feb 15-Mar 15	Lighter-colored new growth visible at branch tips
Bloom start BBCH 61	Apr 1-Apr 30	First open flowers visible; flowers yellow
Bloom end / petal fall BBCH 69	Apr 15-May 15	Last petals falling; flower structures fading
Fruit/seed development BBCH 71	Jun 1-Aug 31	Fruit or seed structures forming; fruit color: black

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