Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Berberidaceae

Genus:

Berberis

Species:

Berberis mentorensis

USDA Symbol:

BEME2

Growth Characteristics

Height:

210 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Fall Color:

orange, red

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to temperate regions with seasonal rainfall

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–42 days

Notes:

Seeds may have low viability as this is a hybrid. Cold stratification improves germination rates.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI