Berberis hypokerina

Native to Burma and a rare plant in the UK, Berberis hypokerina is an evergreen shrub with dark green prickly leaves and once established clusters of pale yellow flowers in spring.

Berberis hypokerina is slow growing with a compact, rounded habit once established. Shelter from strong winds.

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Most well drained, fertile soil. Berberis hypokerina does not usually enjoy wet or waterlogged soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: April - May.
• Flower Colour: Pale-yellow
• Rate of Growth: Slow.
• Habit: Berberis hypokerina grows to be a compact small or medium sized shrub.
  • Height: 1 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
  • Spread: 1 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)