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Plant Care
Colorado barberry
(Berberis fendleri)
Also Known As
Colorado barberry, Fendler's barberry, Fendler's mahonia
About This Plant
Berberis fendleri is a species of flowering plant in the family Berberidaceae, native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 10 feet (3 meters) tall and 6 feet (1.8 meters) wide. The leaves are small and oval-shaped, with spiny teeth along the edges. The flowers are yellow and bloom in the spring, followed by red berries in the summer and fall.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
6-10 feet (1.8-3 meters) tall and 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) wide
Light Requirements
Fendler's barberry prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade, but too much shade will result in poor growth and fewer flowers.
Humidity Needs
Fendler's barberry prefers moderate humidity levels, but can tolerate dry air.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize Fendler's barberry in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Do not fertilize in the fall or winter.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune Fendler's barberry in the late winter or early spring before new growth appears. Remove any dead or diseased branches, and thin out crowded branches to improve air circulation.
Common Pests and Diseases
Fendler's barberry is susceptible to rust, leaf spot, and aphids. Use an insecticidal soap or neem oil to control pests.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation
Watering Schedule
Water Fendler's barberry deeply once a week during the growing season, and reduce watering in the winter. The soil should be moist but not waterlogged.
Temperature Range
Fendler's barberry can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from -20°F (-29°C) to 100°F (38°C).
Growing Season
Fendler's barberry grows best in the spring and summer.
Growing Difficulty Level
Fendler's barberry is relatively easy to grow, but it can be susceptible to pests and diseases if not properly cared for.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Fendler's barberry is hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Did You Know?
Fendler's barberry is named after Augustus Fendler, a German botanist who collected plants in the southwestern United States in the mid-1800s.
