The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Berberis stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta' is in late summer and early fall, typically from August to October.
barberry
Berberis stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta'
Barberry (Berberis stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta') is an amazing shrub worthy of any garden. It boasts fantastic dark-green foliage which, in autumn, turns to warm tones of purple, pink and orange. It grows to a bushy and compact size, reaching 1-2 feet tall, and requires very little maintenance. Its sweet-scented yellow blooms in spring bring a splash of color and its bright red berries attract a variety of birds and insects. Drought-tolerant and pest-resistant, this hardy shrub is great for inexperienced gardeners and perfect for borders, low hedges, rockeries and containers. Inspire your garden with its striking foliage and delightful fragrant flowers.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Flowers:
Orange, yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Fruits:
green,red,yellow,purple,orange Fruits Ready In
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,coral
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Poisonous To Humans:
Yes
Poisonous To Pets:
Yes
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
Barberry (Berberis stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta') is a drought-tolerant evergreen shrub that should receive an average of 1 inch of water per week. Water the barberry deeply but infrequently. Make sure to water the plant in the morning, so that the foliage has a chance to dry off before nightfall. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent over-watering, which can cause root and stem rot. During the warm summer months, Barberry may need to be watered more often, or fertilized with a diluted liquid fertilizer. You may also want to protect the plant from intense summer sun by providing partial shade.
sunlight
Barberry (Berberis stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta') thrives in 6-8 hours of full sun exposure each day, preferably in the morning. During the afternoon, the plant should be shaded or filtered from the sun, as the intense heat of the day can cause leaf burn. Regular sunlight will help the plant grow vigorously, as well as promote healthy flowering.
pruning
Barberry (Berberis stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta') should be pruned annually in early spring. Pruning should be done before or shortly after new growth appears on the plant. This pruning should remove old, unproductive growth to encourage new growth. It can also be done to remove dead or damaged branches. Pruning should also be done to maintain size and shape, or for a desired aesthetic appearance. In particular, barberry should be cut back to just above the old growth for a tidy, compact shape. Care should be taken to avoid over-pruning as this can inhibit flowering.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Barberry typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Starts Flowering
Barberry typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Berberis stenophylla 'Corallina Compacta' is in late summer and early fall, typically from August to October.
