Berberis gagnepainii

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Berberis gagnepainii
Also known as: Barberry

Plant Properties

Layer: Shrub
Format: Smal
Height: 2.40 m
Width: 2.00 m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf: Evergreen

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Permeable
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Dye, Hedge, Voedselbos

Description

Fruit can be eaten raw or cooked and used for making preserves.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 15/09
End of Harvest: 31/10

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild Description
Corylus avellana
Hazel
Corylus avellana (hazelnut) improves soil structure and provides nitrogen, benefiting Berberis gagnepainii.
Ribes nigrum
Blackcurrant
Ribes nigrum (black currant) attracts pollinators and repels pests, providing a protective environment for Berberis gagnepainii.
Hibiscus syriacus
Rose Of Sharon, Althaea, Shrub Althea, Hardy Hibiscus
Hibiscus syriacus (rose of Sharon) provides shade and reduces competition for nutrients, benefiting Berberis gagnepainii.
Thymus vulgaris
Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme
Thymus vulgaris (thyme) improves soil health and attracts beneficial insects, aiding the growth of Berberis gagnepainii.
Acer campestre
Field Maple, Hedge maple
Acer campestre (field maple) provides shelter and enhances biodiversity, creating a supportive environment for Berberis gagnepainii.