Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000206
11/12/99
Berberis x mentorensis--Mentor Barberry
Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8
Height: 5 ft Spread: 6 ft Form: upright
Type: deciduous shrub
Annual Growth Rate: 12 to 18 inches
Flowers: Yellow (Vis. 3).
Comments: An excellent barrier plant (Vis. 1) with dark
green leaves, spiny (Vis. 4) twigs and yellow flowers. This
shrub can be used in hot, dry areas and is suitable as a
hedge plant. Unlike many other barberries there are no
fruit. The fall color (Vis. 2) is orange to red.
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