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Berberis x lologensis 'Mystery Fire' (Barberry 'Mystery Fire')
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2m
Max height
Max height
2m
Max spread
Max spread
10-20 years
To maturity
To maturity
Low
Toxicity
Toxicity
Plant details
Botanical name
Berberis x lologensis 'Mystery Fire'
Other names
Barberry 'Mystery Fire'
Genus
Berberis Berberis
Variety or Cultivar
'Mystery Fire' _ 'Mystery Fire' is an upright, arching, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves, clusters of orange-yellow flowers in spring and deep purple fruit in autumn.
Berberis x lologensis 'Mystery Fire' is: Evergreen
Habit
Arching, Upright
Toxicity
Ingestion may cause mild stomach upset.
Flower
Yellow-orange in Spring
Foliage
Dark-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
Generally pest-free.
Specific pests
Aphids Aphids
Powdery mildew Powdery mildew
General care
Pruning
Trim after flowering as needed to keep a desirable shape. Deadhead regularly if pratical.
Propagation methods
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Softwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Berberis x lologensis 'Mystery Fire' (Barberry 'Mystery Fire') will reach a height of 2m and a spread of 2m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
Banks and Slopes, Coastal, Cottage/Informal, Drought Tolerant, Ground Cover, Hedging/Screens, Low Maintenance
Cultivation
Plant in any well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Fruiting and autumn colour are better in full sun.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Berberis x lologensis 'Mystery Fire'
Other names
Barberry 'Mystery Fire'
Genus
Berberis Berberis
Variety or Cultivar
'Mystery Fire' _ 'Mystery Fire' is an upright, arching, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves, clusters of orange-yellow flowers in spring and deep purple fruit in autumn.
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Arching, Upright
Toxicity
Ingestion may cause mild stomach upset.
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Colour
Flower
Yellow-orange in Spring
Foliage
Dark-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
Generally pest-free.
Specific pests
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
Trim after flowering as needed to keep a desirable shape. Deadhead regularly if pratical.
Propagation methods
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Softwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Berberis x lologensis 'Mystery Fire' (Barberry 'Mystery Fire') will reach a height of 2m and a spread of 2m after 10-20 years.
Suggested uses
Banks and Slopes, Coastal, Cottage/Informal, Drought Tolerant, Ground Cover, Hedging/Screens, Low Maintenance
Cultivation
Plant in any well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Fruiting and autumn colour are better in full sun.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4
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| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | Tell us... |
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| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Sun | Tell us... |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | Tell us... |
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| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | Tell us... |
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