Threespine Barberry
Berberis triacanthophora
Berberidaceae · broadleaf evergreen shrub · introduced
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Plant Profile
Size & Form
Height
4–6 ft
Spread
4-6 ft
Growth Rate
Medium
Site Requirements
Light
Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil Drainage
Well Drained
Water
Moderate
Drought Tolerance
Moderate to high
Hardiness
Zones 5a–8b
Ornamental Interest
Fall Color
Purple, red
Origin
Central China
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.