Berberis julianae

Shrub, rarely a large shrub; 2-3 (4) m tall, 1.5-3 m wide, initially upright, then arching, shoots with strong, three-part thorns, medium to fast-growing.

Yellow, in small panicles, May to June.

Bluish black.

Evergreen, more than 10 cm, lanceolate, leathery, medium to dark green on top, thorny on the margins, light green underneath.

Sun to semi-shade; moderately frost hardy; heals well if damaged; tolerant of urban and industrial pollution.

Fresh, well drained soil, tolerating drought somewhat, harsh droughts causing conspicuous pseudo autumn colours with bright red leaves; sensitive to soil compaction.

Good for cutting, can form impenetrable hedge walls.

Zone 6b