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Berberis L. Barberry · Ornamentals · bred by Institut National de Recherche pour l'Agriculture l'Alimentation et l'Environnement (INRAE)

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The shrub forms a compact spherical crown, reaching a height of about 1 meter. The main distinctive feature is the wide, shiny, leathery leaves of dark purple or cherry-black color. The plant is often classified as semi-evergreen: in mild climates the foliage remains longer, while in harsh conditions it falls off.

Flowering occurs in late spring, in May or June, with small yellow or yellow-red flowers collected in raceme-like inflorescences. The variety withstands frosts down to -25 °C and is adapted to various soil types. Due to its structure and ornamental qualities, it is used for creating hedges and borders.

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European Union № 20151760
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  1. Application filed 19 August 2015
  2. Registered 10 September 2018
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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