California Barberry (Berberis Pinnata) is a perennial shrub in the Berberidaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Berberis pinnata is a vigorous medium-sized evergreen shrub with multi-season interest, native to California and western North America.

California Barberry

California Barberry

Berberis Pinnata

Berberis pinnata is a vigorous medium-sized evergreen shrub with multi-season interest, native to California and western North America.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, barrier plant, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Barberry

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Berberidaceae
Genus:Berberis